ANTIQUE JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINT BY TSUKIOKA KOGYO (1869-1927) OF A CEREMONIAL DANCE, 15IN x 17IN

拍品描述

A refined and elegant, antique original woodblock print from Tsukioka K_gyo’s (1869-1927) landmark series N_gaku Hyakuban, or One Hundred Noh Plays, considered the definitive visual record of Noh theatre from the late Meiji to early Taish_ period. This sheet features a Noh actor dressed in opulent ceremonial robes, holding a fan mid-performance and wearing a tall eboshi hat. K_gyo’s characteristically delicate handling of textile patterns, color harmonies, and stage poise is fully evident here. The layered garments, with deep indigo outer robe with floral mons, richly patterned under-kimono, and formal hakama, are depicted with exceptional accuracy, reflecting K_gyo’s long dedication to documenting classical stage tradition. The print bears K_gyo’s signature and red artist seal at lower right, along with the distinctive Bunrind_ publisher’s fan seal, confirming it as an original impression from the early 1920s issue of this celebrated series. Reverse shows the typical block-printed bleed through associated with period impressions. A fine, clean example of a highly collectible print from one of the most important theatre series of the period. This piece is matted and framed under acrylic in a faux, bamboo frame. With frame, it measures 15 inches x 17 inches. This was acquired from a Metro Washington DC estate. , 15IN x 17IN (38cm x 43cm), LOT REF #25-238

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