Katsukawa Shun'ei "Kabuki Actors", 19th - Early 20th C. Re-Print of the Original Woodblock Print

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Rare antique woodblock reprint of Nishiki-e (woodblock print) by Katsukawa Shun'ei (1762–1819) depicting Kabuki actors. Kabuki is Japanese traditional drama … more Rare antique woodblock reprint of Nishiki-e (woodblock print) by Katsukawa Shun'ei (1762–1819) depicting Kabuki actors. Kabuki is Japanese traditional drama and dance theater. Ukiyo-e style. We believe that this is mid to late 19th-c. woodblock print done by using the original woodblock according to superb quality of it and the back, showing colors through as it happens on original old pieces. Some age wear on edges, overall is excellent condition for age. It was kept very well and never framed. Estate auction find in Japan. Japan, 19th - early 20th c. less