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Date: c.1788 - 89
Size: O-ban
Impression: Good
Condition: Good
Detail: Slight browning / Restored wormholes
This print reimagines the auspicious ceremonial dance Sanbaso by replacing its traditional performers with elegant young women. Originally performed with vigorous movements by Kyogen actors or Kabuki performers, the Sanbaso dance is here gracefully enacted by beautifully dressed women in sumptuous long-sleeved kimono. Traditional stage props such as Eboshi caps and folding fans reinforce the allusion, while Toyokuni's signature portrayal of healthy, stylish beauties and the playful sophistication of Edo popular culture are brought together in a delightfully refined composition. Shopping Guide & Information