19th c. Japanese Kabuki Confrontation Woodblock

Description

Japanese yakusha-e (kabuki actor) woodblock print on paper depicting a confrontation or conflict between samurai or warrior characters, 19th century.
Height: 14 7/8 in x width: 10 1/8 in.

Condition

The sheet is toned and possibly trimmed. Light wear along the edges. The work is not framed.

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19th c. Japanese Kabuki Confrontation Woodblock

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