Angry Lady-in-waiting Masao, 1889

by Kunisada III (1848 - 1920)

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Angry Lady-in-waiting Masao, 1889 by Kunisada III (1848 - 1920)

Original Kunisada III (1848 - 1920) Japanese Woodblock Print
Angry Lady-in-waiting Masao, 1889

Comments - Handsome kabuki portrait of the lady-in-waiting Masao waving a small box above her head as she glareds angrily at the young beauty at left. She looks back at her calmly as she adjusts her hair, a fan in her other hand. In the center, a matron eyes Masao suspiciously, watching her out of the corners of her eyes. The scene takes place at a shrine, with the red building a right, a stone railing running across the background, and a lantern at left. A blossoming cherry tree frames the night sky above. Colorful figures in an attractive setting, nicely detailed with burnishing on the black kimono at right.

Artist - Kunisada III (1848 - 1920)

Image Size - 14 1/8" x 18 1/2" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Two attached panels. Thinning spot at edge, repaired. A few creases, a couple stains. Please see photos for details.

Angry Lady-in-waiting Masao, 1889 by Kunisada III (1848 - 1920)
Angry Lady-in-waiting Masao, 1889 by Kunisada III (1848 - 1920)

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