Ichikawa Danjuro V as Kazusa by Katsukawa Shunsho

Artist: Katsukawa Shunsho (1726-1792)

Woodblock Print Title: Ichikawa Danjûrô V as Kazusa no Gorobei Tadamitsu

1st Publication: 1780

Size: Hosoban; 11 3/4" x 5 3/4 " (29.9 x 14.6 cm)

Date of this edition: 1780

Publisher: Unknown

Condition: Colors faded, consistent with print from the late 1700's, soiling, rubbing, backed on an acid free edo era paper, multiple wormholes repaired. Fair overall condition.

Notes: Play (kaomise): Kitekaeru Nishiki no Wakayaka
Thearter: Nakamura

Pictures: Pictures are taken outdoor, in the shade, to reflect true colors, without any enhancements of any kind. The last picture is taken indoor, with a light behind the print, to reveal the exact paper grain, holes if any, or other possible flaws.