Nakamura Noshio I Collection

The Actor Nakamura Noshio I as the Goddes Benzaiten of Enoshima in the Play Onno Aruji... c. 1773. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Nakamura Noshio I as the Goddes Benzaiten of Enoshima in the Play Onno Aruji Hatsuyuki no Sekai, Performed at the Morita Theater in the Eleventh Month, 1773, Japan, c. 1773

Nakamura Noshio as Hanako in Musume Dojoji, 1796. Creator: Utagawa Toyokuni I
Nakamura Noshio as Hanako in Musume Dojoji, 1796

The Actor Nakamura Noshio I as the Spirit of the Courtesan Takao, in the Shosagoto Danc... c. 1772. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Nakamura Noshio I as the Spirit of the Courtesan Takao, in the Shosagoto Dance Sequence "Sono Utsushi-e Matsu ni Kaede" (A Shadow-Picture of Pine and Maple)

The Actor Nakamura Noshio I as Oiso no Tora (?) in the Play Shida Yuzuriha Horai Soga (?)... c1775. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Nakamura Noshio I as Oiso no Tora (?) in the Play Shida Yuzuriha Horai Soga (?), Performed at the Morita Theater (?) in the First Month, 1775 (?), Japan, c. 1775

The Actor Nakamura Noshio I as a Dragon Maiden Disguised a Tamanami, in the Play... c. 1775. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Nakamura Noshio I as a Dragon Maiden Disguised a Tamanami, in the Play Oyafune Taiheiki, Performed at the Ichimura Theater in the Eleventh Month, 1775, Japan, c. 1775

The Actor Nakamura Noshio I as Misao Disguised as a Komuso in the Play Kosode-gura... c. 1772. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Nakamura Noshio I as Misao Disguised as a Komuso in the Play Kosode-gura no Tekubari, Performed at the Morita Theater in the Second Month, 1772 (?), Japan, c. 1772

The Actor Nakamura Noshio I as Princess Usuyuki (Usuyuki Hime) in the play "Shin Usuyuki... c.1774
The Actor Nakamura Noshio I as Princess Usuyuki (Usuyuki Hime) in the play "Shin Usuyuki Monogatari, " performed at the Morita Theater in the fifth month, 1774, Japan, c. 1774

The Actor Nakamura Noshio I in a "Shak-kyo Odori" (Stone Bridge Dance), in the Play... c. 1773
The Actor Nakamura Noshio I in a "Shak-kyo Odori" (Stone Bridge Dance), in the Play Onna Aruji Hatsuyuki no Sekai, Performed at the Morita Theater in the Eleventh Month, 1773, Japan, c. 1773

The Actors Nakamura Noshio I as Nyosan no Miya (right), Ichikawa Danjuro V as the Renega... c. 1772 Creator: Shunsho
The Actors Nakamura Noshio I as Nyosan no Miya (right), Ichikawa Danjuro V as the Renegade Monk Yochin (center), and Yamashita Kinsaku II as the Maid Mutsuhana (left)

The Actors Nakamura Nakazo I as Hata Rokurozaemon Disguised as the Samurai's Manservant... c. 1776
The Actors Nakamura Nakazo I as Hata Rokurozaemon Disguised as the Samurai's Manservant (Yakko) Igaguri Hanehei (left), and Nakamura Noshio I as the Lady-in-Waiting Koto no Naishi (right)

The Actor Nakamura Noshio I as the Fox-Wife from Furui, in a Dance Sequence (Shosagoto)... c. 1772. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Nakamura Noshio I as the Fox-Wife from Furui, in a Dance Sequence (Shosagoto) in Part Two of the Play Izu-goyomi Shibai no Ganjitsu (First Perfomance Day of the Izu Calendar)

The Actor Nakamura Noshio I as the Third Princess (Nyosan no Miya) in the Play Fuki... c
The Actor Nakamura Noshio I as the Third Princess (Nyosan no Miya) in the Play Fuki Kaete Tsuki mo Yoshiwara (Rethatched Roof: The Moon also Shines Over the Yoshiwara Pleasure District)

The Actors Nakamura Tomijuro I as Enju Disguised as the Shirbyoshi Gio (right), and... c
The Actors Nakamura Tomijuro I as Enju Disguised as the Shirbyoshi Gio (right), and Nakamura Noshio I as Goo Disguised as Hotoke Gozen (left), in the Play Miyako-zome Gio Katsugi

The Actor Nakamura Noshio I in an Unidentified Role, Japan, c. 1772. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Nakamura Noshio I in an Unidentified Role, Japan, c. 1772

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Nakamura Noshio I was a renowned Japanese artist known for his exquisite woodblock prints. His intricate designs and meticulous attention to detail captivated audiences around the world, earning him a reputation as one of the masters of ukiyo-e art. Born in Edo (now Tokyo) in the early 18th century, Nakamura Noshio I began his artistic career as an apprentice to a well-known printmaker. Under his mentor's guidance, he honed his skills and developed his own unique style that would set him apart from his contemporaries. Nakamura Noshio I's work often depicted scenes from everyday life in Japan, such as bustling marketplaces, serene landscapes, and traditional ceremonies. His use of vibrant colors and bold compositions brought these subjects to life on paper, making them come alive before the viewer's eyes. Despite facing challenges and setbacks throughout his career, Nakamura Noshio I persevered and continued to create stunning works of art until his passing. Today, his prints are highly sought after by collectors and art enthusiasts alike for their beauty and historical significance. Through his dedication to craftsmanship and passion for storytelling through art, Nakamura Noshio I left behind a lasting legacy that continues to inspire generations of artists today. His contributions to the world of ukiyo-e have solidified him as a true master of the craft whose influence will be felt for years to come.