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Actors Genroku Otsuma Shokuro untitled series
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Actors Genroku Otsuma Shokuro untitled series
Actors as Genroku, Otsuma, and Shokuro, from an untitled series of half-block images of kabuki scenes, c. 1851/52, Utagawa Kunisada I (Toyokuni III), Japanese, 1786-1864, Japan, Color woodblock print, chuban
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1786 1864 Actors Color Woodblock Print Toyokuni Iii Utagawa Kunisada Chuban
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This print showcases a mesmerizing piece of art titled "Actors Genroku Otsuma Shokuro untitled series". Created by the renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Kunisada I, also known as Toyokuni III, this color woodblock print dates back to around 1851/52 during the Edo period in Japan. The image features a collection of half-block images depicting scenes from kabuki theater. Kabuki is a traditional form of Japanese theater that combines drama, music, and dance. In this particular artwork, actors are portrayed as characters named Genroku, Otsuma, and Shokuro. The skillful use of vibrant colors and intricate details brings these characters to life on the chuban-sized print. Each actor's expression and body language convey their unique personalities and emotions. The composition captures the essence of kabuki performances with its dynamic poses and dramatic gestures. Utagawa Kunisada I was highly regarded for his mastery in portraying actors' likenesses in ukiyo-e prints like this one. His works often depicted popular actors from kabuki plays or famous historical figures. This remarkable print from the Liszt Collection serves as a window into Japan's rich cultural heritage and offers an opportunity to appreciate the beauty of traditional Japanese art forms such as kabuki theater.
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