Description
Artwork Information
“Nozarashi Gosuke” (1885, Meiji 18) by Toyohara Kunichika (1835–1900). Kunichika was the foremost yakusha-e artist of the Meiji period, renowned for his detailed brushwork and rich palette in depicting kabuki actors. This work is a triptych joined into a single piece, with exceptional compositional balance and colour harmony throughout.
Artwork Details
“Nozarashi Gosuke” (1885) by Toyohara Kunichika (1835–1900). A yakusha-e (actor print) depicting the kabuki character Nozarashi Gosuke, presented as a triptych joined into a single work. Kunichika was the foremost yakusha-e artist of the Meiji period, celebrated for his detailed portraits and rich palette. The colour harmony and compositional balance of this joined triptych are particularly impressive.
Artist: Toyohara Kunichika
Date: 1885 (Meiji 18)
Technique: Polychrome woodblock print (ukiyo-e)
Note: Triptych (joined)
The three sheets are joined together. The colour scheme and composition are exceptionally fine.
Condition: Note: creases, stains, wrinkles, tears, backing present
