1329658 Kabuki Actor, 1790. Shunko.
Shunko

Kabuki Actor, 1790

Japan: 1790. A woodblock print of a full body image of a male kabuki actor dressed as a courtesan in an elaborate kimono holding a book in one hand and a staff in the other. Katsukawa Shunko (1743 – 1812) is most well known for depicting Kabuki actors elaborately and idealistically. At the age of 45 Shunko was paralyzed by a stroke on this right side but he continued to paint with his left hand for the rest of his career. His works are displayed worldwide and can be found at the British Museum and Metropolitan Museum Art. Condition: Very good. Light smudges to lower edge. Not examined outside of frame. Artist’s signature on lower right.

Dimensions
frame w 10.5 in x h 20.5 in
image w 5.5 in x h 12.5 in.

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