Nakamura Fukusuke I as Otokodate Harukoma no Yoshiro, 1859 - Handsome kabuki portrait of Nakamura Fukusuke I as the otokodate or street knight Harukoma no Yoshiro. He grins as he looks over his shoulder, holding onto the towel draped around his neck. His kimono includes a New Year's decoration of branches adorned with lucky objects, including a target with an arrow through it, and a horse puppet used for a traditional holiday dance performance. The title cartouche takes the form of a book at upper right, with a text panel on an open book next to it. A terrific expressive figure, detailed with embossing on the towel, and burnishing on the black kimono collar.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 13 7/8" x 9 1/2"

Condition - This print with nice detail shown. Backed with paper. Stitching holes at side, tear at edge, repaired. Toned vertical line, slight rubbing. Please see photos for details.