Sawamura Tanosuke III as Shinzo Nakoso, 1859

by Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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Sawamura Tanosuke III as Shinzo Nakoso, 1859 by Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Original Kunisada (1786 - 1864) Japanese Woodblock Print
Sawamura Tanosuke III as Shinzo Nakoso, 1859

Series; The Mirror of Today's Pictures

Mirror of Today's Pictures - Handsome design from Kunisada'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 - Embossing on the white kimono collar and the roll of cloth in her hand.

Artist - Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 14 1/4" x 9 3/4"

Condition - Nice color and detail. A few wormholes, repaired.

Sawamura Tanosuke III as Shinzo Nakoso, 1859 by Kunisada (1786 - 1864)
Sawamura Tanosuke III as Shinzo Nakoso, 1859 by Kunisada (1786 - 1864)