Kunichika: Actor Performing Mudra with Parcel in his teeth and Waterfall (Sold)

Artist: Toyohara Kunichika (1835-1900)
Title: Actor from the Nakamura family beneath a waterfall
Date: 1875

Prints that showed imaginary portraits of popular actors seemed quite popular in the late 19th century–perhaps akin to today’s fantasy football. 

Condition: Excellent impression and color. Very good condition. Areas of minor wormage. Untrimmed and unbacked. 
Dimensions: ôban (37 x 25 cm)
Signature: Toyohara Kunichika hitsu 

SKU: KCA121