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A Scene from a play Kanadehon Chūshingura
A Scene from a play Kanadehon Chūshingura

A Scene from a play Kanadehon Chūshingura

Artist Utagawa Toyokuni I (Japanese, 1769 - 1825)
DateEdo period (1615-1868)
MediumWoodblock print triptych on paper
DimensionsOverall: 14 7/8 × 30 3/16 inches (37.77 × 76.68 cm)
Credit LineBequest of Jeanne A. Harris
Object number2005.8.2.A-C
SignedToyokuni ga
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DescriptionMulti-color three-sheet print with three human figures, tree, and stone wall. The three figures are in the foreground and wear large multi-color robes. Figure on the right holds a sheathed sword while the other two figures look toward him.
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