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Sanjo Kantaro II in the Role of Urashima Taro, early 1700s. Creator: Kaigetsud? Ando (Japanese, c
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Sanjo Kantaro II in the Role of Urashima Taro, early 1700s. Creator: Kaigetsud? Ando (Japanese, c
Sanjo Kantaro II in the Role of Urashima Taro, early 1700s. Sanjo Kantaro II was a kabuki actor who specialized in playing youths (wakashu) and female roles (onnagata). He is shown here in the role of Urashima Taro. He rescues a tortoise, and as a reward, the tortoise carries him to the undersea palace of the Dragon King. He believes he has spent but three days there with the Dragon Kings daughter; however, when he returns to the shore, he finds 300 years have passed. The actor holds a fishing pole, indicating his occupation as a fisherman. The upper portion of the painting contains a 31-syllable waka poem
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1615 1868 Hanging Scroll Ink And Colour On Paper
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This print captures the essence of Sanjo Kantaro II, a renowned kabuki actor from the early 1700s. Known for his exceptional portrayal of youthful characters and female roles, he is depicted here in the role of Urashima Taro. The story unfolds as Urashima rescues a tortoise, leading him to an extraordinary journey to the undersea palace of the Dragon King. In this mesmerizing scene, Sanjo Kantaro II holds a fishing pole, symbolizing his occupation as a fisherman before embarking on this fantastical adventure. Little does he know that time has played tricks on him; what felt like three days spent with the Dragon King's daughter turned out to be an astonishing 300 years when he returns to shore. The upper portion of this painting showcases a beautifully composed 31-syllable waka poem, adding another layer of artistic depth to this masterpiece by Kaigetsudō Ando. This hanging scroll exemplifies the exquisite ink and color techniques employed during Japan's Edo period (1615-1868). Preserved by Heritage Art/Heritage Images and housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art, this print not only captivates viewers with its visual allure but also serves as a testament to Japanese heritage and cultural storytelling through art.
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