Ryusai SHIGEHARU (1803-1853)

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The actor Nakamura Utaemon III as the ghost of Taira no Tomomori in the play Yoshitsune senbon zakura, “Yoshitsune and the Thousand Cherry Trees.” Famous for tying himself to an anchor and jumping into the sea at the battle of Dan-no-Ura (1185). Performed at the Kado Theatre, 5/1831. An Osaka print published by Wataya Kihei.

Fine impression and colour. Very good condition. Signed Gyokuryutei Shigeharu ga.

Status: Sold