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Japanese Woodblock Print by Utagawa Toyokuni I Depicting Kabuki Play Scene Original 19th Century

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Japanese woodblock triptych print by Utagawa Toyokuni I (1769-1825), dated 1819, depicting a scene from the Kabuki play Sukeroku Yukari no Edozakura. The artwork showcases three figures set against a background of cherry blossoms, with fine details on patterned robes and facial expressions. Dimensions are approximately 14.5 inches high, 29.375 inches wide, and unspecified depth. The print displays worming, minor soiling, and fading, consistent with age. Utagawa Toyokuni I was a prominent Japanese ukiyo-e artist, known for his portrayal of Kabuki actors and theatrical scenes.

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