TOYOHARA KUNICHIKA 豊原 国周 (JAPAN, 1835-1900) Three Kabuki actors :Ichikawa Shinjuro I (left)I Ichikawa Danjuro IX (center) and Iwai Hanshiro VIII (right) A triptych of oban tata-e woodblock prints Editor: Fukuda Kumajiro Printer: Horikohei Dimensions (each leaf): 36cm X 24cm Notes: 1. Toyohara Kunichika was a ukiyo-e Japanese woodblock print artist. Talented as a child, at about thirteen he became a student of Tokyo's then-leading print maker, 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. 2. Related triptychs are preserved in the collections of several museums such as the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) of Boston, USA and the Metropolitan Museum (The Met), New York, USA. NOTE: CONDITION REPORTS AND MEASUREMENTS It is up to the bidder to satisfy themselves prior to buying as to the condition of a lot. In relation to Condition Reports, whilst we make certain observations on the lot, which are intended to be as helpful as possible, references in the condition report to damage or restoration are for guidance. The absence of such a reference does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. The condition report is an expression of opinion only and must not be treated as a statement of fact. Measurements and weight are approximate and the potential bidder may re-ask it to be checked when asking for a condition report.