SAM'S collection

Kabuki actor in the role of Courtesan reading a letter

Kabuki actor in the role of Courtesan reading a letter

DateMarch 1854

Object number98.53.63

Credit LineGift of Frances and Thomas Blakemore

Dimensionssheet: 14 1/4 x 9 7/8 in. (36.2 x 25.1 cm)

MediumWoodblock print

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