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Katsukawa Shunko — The actor Ichikawa Danjuro V in the role of Fuwa Banzaemon | Edo period, 18th century
Katsukawa Shunko

The actor Ichikawa Danjuro V in the role of Fuwa Banzaemon | Edo period, 18th century

Katsukawa Shunko's work from the 18th century Edo period depicts the actor Ichikawa Danjuro V performing the role of Fuwa Banzaemon. This theatrical portraiture exemplifies the ukiyo-e tradition of capturing celebrated kabuki actors in their dramatic roles.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

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Japanese Woodblock Prints

March 16, 2023

Estimate: $1,000 – $1,500

Lot 4

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Katsukawa Shunko, The actor Ichikawa Danjuro V in the role of Fuwa Banzaemon | Edo period, 18th century

Katsukawa Shunko's work from the 18th century Edo period depicts the actor Ichikawa Danjuro V performing the role of Fuwa Banzaemon. This theatrical portraiture exemplifies the ukiyo-e tradition of capturing celebrated kabuki actors in their dramatic roles.

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Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

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Dramatic, Theatre, Japanese, Traditional, Ukiyo-e, Actor Portrait, Costume, Decorative, Edo Period, Woodblock Print

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