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Torii school: Actor in a kabuki play

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Artist: Torii school

Title:Actor in a kabuki play

Date:Early 18th century (this being from a 20th century edition made from recut key blocks)

Medium:Woodblock print

Size/Format:hosoban (12.5" x 6")

Description:This print is a good example of a hand-colored Japanese print, a so-called tan-e, from the period before the advent of full-color printing.

Condition:Fine

Reserve: $280.00

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