Bidspirit auction | JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KUNICHIKA

JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY KUNICHIKA TOYOHARA - Kunichika Toyohara, Japanese, 1835 to 1900, a woodblock print on paper with a portrait of a Kabuki actor holding a sword. Inscribed with calligraphy, lower right. Signed with calligraphy upper left and right. Matted and framed. Circa: the second half of the 19th century. Kunichika Toyohara was a Japanese artist, one of the leading masters of ukiyo e. Talented as a child, at about thirteen he became a student of Tokyos then leading printmaker, Utagawa Kunisada. His deep appreciation and knowledge of kabuki drama led to his production primarily of yakusha e, which are woodblock prints of kabuki actors and scenes from popular plays of the time. Asian and Oriental Graphic Art Prints and Collectibles. THIS LOT QUALIFIES FOR A 30-DAY UNCONDITIONAL RETURN FROM THE DATE OF SALE. BUYERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR RETURN SHIPPING. Dimensions Frame 21 x 16 1/2 in. Image 14 x 10 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of wear and age. Chips. Stains. Foxing. Refer to photos. Sold as is.