Bust portrait Iwai Hanshiro IV actor Iwai Hanshiro IV

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Bust portrait Iwai Hanshiro IV actor Iwai Hanshiro IV

Bust portrait of Iwai Hanshiro IV, The actor Iwai Hanshiro IV in female role as the nurse Shigenoi, with red and yellow bag in right hand, against dark gray mica background. Scene from the play Koi nyobo Webcake tazuna, performed in the Kawarazaki-za in 1794, Iwai Hanshiro IV, Toshusai Sharaku (mentioned on object), 1794, paper, colour woodcut, h 358 mm × w 244 mm

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Media ID 19542989

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1794 Bust Portrait Colour Woodcut Female Role Performed Right Hand Scene Tōshūsai Sharaku Iwai Hanshiro Iv Mentioned

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the renowned actor Iwai Hanshiro IV in a mesmerizing bust portrait. Dressed in an exquisite female role as the nurse Shigenoi, he exudes grace and elegance. In his right hand, he holds a vibrant red and yellow bag that adds a pop of color to the composition. Against a dark gray mica background, Hanshiro IV's presence is further enhanced. The scene captured in this print is from the play "Koi nyobo Webcake tazuna" which was performed at the prestigious Kawarazaki-za theater in 1794. The artist behind this masterpiece is Toshusai Sharaku, whose name is mentioned on the object itself. This paper-based artwork measures 358 mm in height and 244 mm in width. As we delve into this image, we are transported back to a time when Japanese theater flourished with talent like Iwai Hanshiro IV gracing its stages. His portrayal of Shigenoi reflects his exceptional acting skills and ability to embody diverse characters. This print from Liszt Collection allows us to appreciate not only the artistry of Iwai Hanshiro IV but also the craftsmanship of Toshusai Sharaku's color woodcut technique. It serves as a testament to their enduring legacy within Japanese theatrical history.

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