100 Roles of Baiko Print | Megumi No Kenka | Antique Japanese Wood Block Print

A woodblock print depicting a fire fighter character played by the prolific Japanese kabuki actor Onoe Kikugoro V, better known by his stage name 'Baiko.' This print, made in 1893, is part of a 100 piece series that depict all of the roles Baiko played over his career. This print is from the play Megumi No Kenka - The fight of the Megumi Fire Brigade, who famously got into a row with the wrestlers of a Sumo stable in Tokyo.  Artist - Toyohara Kunichika Subject - Onoe Kikugoro V 'Baiko' Material - Ink on paper Meiji Period (1868-1912) 14.25" x 9.5" (length, width) SKU: WB-1010