Tsukioka Kogyo,'Toru' and 'Izutsu' from the series 'Pictures of Noh Plays' (Nogaku zue)
Two woodblock prints, with metallic pigments. 'Toru' and 'Izutsu' from the series 'Pictures of Noh Plays' (Nogaku zue), 1897 - 1902. Image 21.5 x 33.
Not examined out of frames. A bit yellowed.
Kogyo's serie 'Pictures of Noh' (Nogaku zue) was released in five volumes between 1897 and 1902. This series depicts famous Noh and kyogen plays. Drawn with fine detail in the fabrics and facial expressions, this series faithfully brings the performances to life.