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Osaka Prints - Produced in the Kansai region, including
Distinctly different artistic styles also emerged in Edo and
Much like the style of the prints, the demand for ukiyo-e in the cities of
Seki Sanjuro II as the Gardener Mokuemon, 1835 - Handsome portrait of the actor Seki Sanjuro II as the gardener Mokuemon in the play commonly known as "Ueikiya" (The Gardener). A nice expressive figure in the oban size format rarely seen in Osaka kabuki prints.
Artist - Hokuei (active circa 1827-1836)
Image Size - 13 1/4" x 9 3/4"
Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. A few small holes and thinning spots, repaired. Toning, soiling, and creasing, a few small stains, slight rubbing at edges. Please see photos for details. Good overall.
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