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A Scene from the Play Hana no ura gikyoku tsuki (image 3 of 3), 1846. Creator: Utagawa Kunisada
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A Scene from the Play Hana no ura gikyoku tsuki (image 3 of 3), 1846. Creator: Utagawa Kunisada
A Scene from the Play Hana no ura gikyoku tsuki (image 3 of 3), 1846
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1840s Blossom Boxes Gepparo Gototei Ichiyosai Interaction Japanese Era Kabuki Kabuki Actor Kinraisha Kochoro Kunisada Kunisada Utagawa Kunisada Utagawa I Passer By Shozo Toyokuni Iii Triptych Of Colour Woodblock Prints Tsunda Shozo Utagawa Kunisada Utagawa Kunisada I Utagawa Toyokuni Iii
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A Scene from the Play 'Hana no ura gikyoku tsuki' (image 3 of 3), 1846, by Utagawa Kunisada, offers a captivating glimpse into the world of Kabuki theater during the Edo period of Japan. This stunning woodblock print depicts a moment from the play 'Hana no hoka ni waka no kyokuzuki,' with actors Gototei Ichimansai III (left) and Kinraisha Shozo (right) in full costume. The scene takes place in front of a beautiful backdrop of blossoming flowers, with the actors interacting with each other and a passerby. Gototei Ichimansai III, dressed in a vibrant, flowing kimono with a striking pattern of cherry blossoms, assumes a kneeling posture, while Kinraisha Shozo, wearing a more subdued, darker kimono, stands tall and confident. The contrasting colors and postures of the two actors add depth and intrigue to the scene. The print also features a box or 'gepparo' in the foreground, which may have contained props or costumes for the actors. The intricate details of the actors' apparel, the delicate flowers, and the expressive postures of the performers all contribute to the richness and authenticity of this piece. This print, now housed at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), is a testament to the enduring legacy of Kabuki theater and the artistry of Utagawa Kunisada. It invites us to explore the world of Japanese theater and the fashion of the 19th century, transporting us to a different time and place.
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