Iwai Kumesaburo III as Ojo Kichiza, 1860

by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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Iwai Kumesaburo III as Ojo Kichiza, 1860 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Original Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864) Japanese Woodblock Print
Iwai Kumesaburo III as Ojo Kichiza, 1860

Series; The Mirror of Today's Pictures

Mirror of Today's Pictures - Handsome design from Tokyokuni III's series "Mirror of Today's Pictures," which features portraits of kabuki actors as reflected in oval mirrors with elegant black lacquer frames. Pieces of tie-dyed and print fabrics are tucked around the edges of each frame, with confetti-like dots scattered across the background and a verse above. These expressive figures are beautifully detailed, with fine line work in the hair. A seldom-seen kabuki series in an interesting format.

Special detail - Burnishing on the black collar.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 14" x 9 1/2"

Condition - This print with excellent detail and nice color as shown. Backed with paper. Wormhole and a couple small holes, repaired. Diagonal crease across face. Please see photos for details.

Iwai Kumesaburo III as Ojo Kichiza, 1860 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)
Iwai Kumesaburo III as Ojo Kichiza, 1860 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)