Ichikawa Ichizō III as Kinryū Kumokichi
Utagawa Kunisada
Description
Subject Matter:
Ichikawa Ichizō III as Kinryū Kumokichi in an unidentified play.
Ichikawa Ichizō III lived from 1833 to 1865. His character is identifiable by a caption on the print that names him. In addition, the dragon on his robe also refers to his name, Kinryū (literally, "Golden Dragon").
Physical Description:
In this print, a warrior faces away from the viewer, looking over his right shoulder. He carries a sword in his belt. His robe is elaborately detailed with a large dragon, and a red checker sash provides a bright contrast.
The character name, Kinryū Kumokichi, is decorated with delicate flowers in the upper right corner.
Inscriptions: Ryōgoku, Daiheihan (Publisher's seal); aratame, Mi [Snake] 5 (Censor's seals); Toyokuni ga (Artist's signature); Kinryū Kumokichi
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