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Toshusai Sharaku
Toshusai Sharaku image. He was a Japanese ukiyo-e print designer, known for his portraits of kabuki actors. Neither his true name nor the dates of his birth or death are known. E right-hand wing of the famous triptych of the Awabi Fishers presents a diver wringing out her wet skirt and a woman with an awabi in her hand. Date: Late 18th cent
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Actors Birth Cent Dates Designer Diver Fishers Kabuki Presents Right Hand Triptych True Ukiyo E Wing Wringing Sharaku Skirt Toshusai
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Bring the enchanting world of Japanese ukiyo-e art into your home with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating work of Toshusai Sharaku from Mary Evans Picture Library. Known for his innovative and expressive portraits of kabuki actors, Sharaku's designs offer a unique glimpse into the rich cultural history of Japan. Our museum-quality prints are meticulously reproduced from original sources to capture every detail and nuance of the originals. Each print is expertly framed in a sleek, contemporary design, making it a stunning addition to any room in your home or office. Order yours today and experience the timeless beauty of Toshusai Sharaku's masterful creations.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.8cm x 39.6cm (10.2" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Toshusai Sharaku's late 18th century ukiyo-e print, titled "Awabi Fishers: Right-hand Wing," showcases the artist's mastery of capturing the expressive and theatrical nature of kabuki actors. This image is one of three panels that form a triptych, each depicting a scene from the Awabi Fisher play. In this print, we find a woman, her back turned to us, wringing out her wet skirt after a day of fishing for awabi, or abalone, in the sea. Her intense focus and determination are conveyed through the lines on her face and the curve of her back. To her left, another woman holds an awabi in her hand, her eyes fixed on the diver in the water. The identity of Toshusai Sharaku, the artist behind these remarkable prints, remains a mystery. Neither his true name nor the exact dates of his birth or death are known. However, his work is celebrated for its innovative and dynamic portrayal of kabuki actors, which set him apart from his contemporaries. The intricate details and bold use of color in this print are characteristic of the ukiyo-e style, which flourished in Japan during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The genre, which translates to "pictures of the floating world," captured the essence of the fleeting pleasures of life and the beauty of the natural world. Toshusai Sharaku's "Awabi Fishers: Right-hand Wing" is a testament to the enduring appeal of this artistic tradition.
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