Chinese Actor, Peking
- Date:
- c. 1924
- Medium:
- Color woodblock print
- Publisher:
- Watanabe Shozaburo
Typical Price
Keith's depiction of a Chinese actor in Peking captures the theatrical street culture she encountered during her Asian travels. All Keith prints are lifetime editions in runs of just 30-50 copies, bearing her pencil signature and the Watanabe publisher seal. Chinese figure subjects typically sell for $800-$2,500.
Description
Striking portrait of a Peking Opera actor in full stage makeup and elaborate costume, documenting the traditional theatrical arts of China with vivid color.
