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Actor in the Role of Samurai Brandishing Sword

Artists

Katsukawa ShunkōArtist

Classification

Prints

Medium

Ukiyo-e woodblock print in "hosoban" format; ink and color on paper, with printed signature reading "Katsukawa Shunkō ga"

Culture

Japanese

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

Paper: H. 32.6 cm x W. 14.6 cm (12 13/16 x 5 3/4 in.)

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