Utagawa TOYOKUNI I (1769-1825)

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The actors Otani Tomoemon II as Iwaki Yagenji and Bando Mitsugoro II as Wakato Tomoji in the play Tsuki wa Musashino aki no sewa goto performed at the Kiriza theatre, 7/1797. One of Toyokuni’s best double bust portraits. Published by Moriya Jihei 1797. Ex Hayashi collection ( seal top left ).

Fine impression. Very good colour. Very slight centre fold and one small wormhole. Signed Toyokuni ga.

Status: Sold