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The Actor Ichimura Uzaemon IX as Kan Shojo in the Play Sugawara Denju Tenarai Kagami... c. 1768. Creator: Shunsho
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The Actor Ichimura Uzaemon IX as Kan Shojo in the Play Sugawara Denju Tenarai Kagami... c. 1768. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Ichimura Uzaemon IX as Kan Shojo in the Play Sugawara Denju Tenarai Kagami, Performed at the Ichimura Theater in the Eighth Month, 1768, Japan, c. 1768
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9th Century Beige Cave Cavern Dark Darkness Dunald Mill Hole Hosoban Ichimura Theatre Ichimura Uzaemon Ix Kan Shojo Kanke Katsukawa School Katsukawa Shunshō Katsumiyagawa Yusuke Lightning Michizane Sugawara No Miyagawa Shunsho Miyakawa Shunsho Scholar Shunsho Shunsho Katsukawa Shunsho Miyagawa Shunsho Miyakawa Sugawara Denju Tenarai Kagami Sugawara Michizane Sugawara No Michizane Tenjin Tenmangu Thunder Uzaemon Ichimura Ix
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This woodblock print, titled "Ichimura Uzaemon IX as Kan Shojo in the Play Sugawara Denju Tenarai Kagami," dates back to the 18th century in Japan. The print, created by the renowned artist Shunsho, showcases the actor Ichimura Uzaemon IX in the role of Kan Shojo from the classic Japanese play Sugawara Denju Tenarai Kagami. The performance took place at the Ichimura Theater during the eighth month of the year 1768. The print is a stunning example of the Katsukawa School's artistic mastery during the Edo period. The intricately detailed design showcases Uzaemon IX in traditional Japanese attire, with a beige and black color palette that perfectly captures the essence of the period. The actor's clothing, reminiscent of the Hosoban style, is adorned with intricate patterns and designs, reflecting the rich heritage of Japanese art and fashion. The print also features a dramatic scene from the play, with the character Kan Shojo illuminated by a bolt of lightning in a cave or cavern setting. This use of lighting adds an element of suspense and intrigue to the print, enhancing the overall impact of the design. The print's historical significance lies in its representation of Japanese drama and literature during the Edo period, a time of great cultural and artistic development in Japan. The image of Ichimura Uzaemon IX as Kan Shojo serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of Japanese artistic traditions and the continuing influence of Japanese culture on the global stage.
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