#90 • Woodblock Triptych by Toyohara Kunichika

Part of Treasures of The Orient: Auction of Asian Antiques, Art, and More (timed auction by Wardlow Auctions)

High bid $50.00

Status: Sold

Category: Woodblocks

Three Japanese kabuki theater prints done as a triptych by artist Toyohara Kunichika (1835-1900), title translated to "Chivalrous Bandits Quality Contest for Good Taste", which is also the title of the play. Depicts three kabuki actors, Ichikawa Danjuro (Right), Onoue Taganojo (Center), and Suketakaya Takasuke (Left) in their theater makeup and costuming. Pieces have discoloration and wear throughout, left piece has significant bonding of paper from other source due to improper storage. Displayed and matted in a set of three bamboo style frames with some scratches and wear. Size: Total 35"w x 19"h