Description
Utagawa Kunisada/Toyokuni III (Japanese, 1786-1865). Yakusha-e woodblock print diptych depicting a scene from the kabuki play "Futatsu Chocho Kuruwa Nikki (A Diary of Two Butterflies in the Pleasure Quarters)," 1857. The right panel depicting the sumo wrestler Nuregami Chogoro and the left panel depicting Hanaregoma Chokichi.
Each, height: 15 in x width: 10 1/8 in.
Each, height: 15 in x width: 10 1/8 in.
Condition
The sheets are possibly trimmed and toned. Light soiling throughout. The work is not framed.
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Kunisada/Toyokuni III "2 Butterflies" Kabuki Print
Estimate $100-$200
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This auction is curated by:
Sean BlanchetAsian Art Specialist
Robert SnellPaintings and Sculpture Specialist
Arts of Asia
Nov 10, 2026, 11:00 AM ESTSt. Paul, MN, United States
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