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A refined and elegant, antique original woodblock print from Tsukioka Kōgyo’s (1869-1927) landmark series Nōgaku Hyakuban, or One Hundred Noh Plays, considered the definitive visual record of Noh theatre from the late Meiji to early Taishō period. This sheet features a Noh actor dressed in opulent ceremonial robes, holding a fan mid-performance and wearing a tall eboshi hat. Kōgyo’s characteristically delicate handling of textile patterns, color harmonies, and stage poise is fully evident here. The layered garments, with deep indigo outer robe with floral mons, richly patterned under-kimono, and formal hakama, are depicted with exceptional accuracy, reflecting Kōgyo’s long dedication to documenting classical stage tradition. The print bears Kōgyo’s signature and red artist seal at lower right, along with the distinctive Bunrindō publisher’s fan seal, confirming it as an original impression from the early 1920s issue of this celebrated series. Reverse shows the typical block-printed bleed through associated with period impressions. A fine, clean example of a highly collectible print from one of the most important theatre series of the period. This piece is matted and framed under acrylic in a faux, bamboo frame. With frame, it measures 15 inches x 17 inches. This was acquired from a Metro Washington DC estate.