Artist : Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

Date : 1890

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Source : Richard Kruml
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Description : Snow from the set Setsugekka no uchi, “Snow, Moon and Flowers” published by Akiyama Buemon, 1890. Shows half-length portraits of famous actors, in this case Onoe Baiko V ( Onoe Kikugoro V, 1844-1903 ) as the priest Iwakura Sogen. Various versions of the story and play exist concerning Sogen’s infatuation with Irokotohime. First edition ( the second state titled “Iwakura Sogen in the Hermitage Scene from Hanafubuki” ). Superb impression, colour and condition. Totally untrimmed with extra paper all round. Signed Yoshitoshi. Status: Sold

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