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The actors Ichikawa Danjuro V as a skeleton, spirit of the renegade monk Seigen (left), and Iwai Hanshiro IV as Princess Sakura (right), in the play Vestiges of Pine and Cherry, 1783 (colour woodblock print; hosoban diptych)
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The actors Ichikawa Danjuro V as a skeleton, spirit of the renegade monk Seigen (left), and Iwai Hanshiro IV as Princess Sakura (right), in the play Vestiges of Pine and Cherry, 1783 (colour woodblock print; hosoban diptych)
5859821 The actors Ichikawa Danjuro V as a skeleton, spirit of the renegade monk Seigen (left), and Iwai Hanshiro IV as Princess Sakura (right), in the play Vestiges of Pine and Cherry, 1783 (colour woodblock print; hosoban diptych) by Shunsho, Katsukawa (1726-92); The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: performed at the Nakamura Theater from the first day of the second month
artist: Katsukawa Shunsho (1726-92))
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This print showcases the actors Ichikawa Danjuro V and Iwai Hanshiro IV in their mesmerizing roles as a skeleton and Princess Sakura, respectively. The image is taken from the play "Vestiges of Pine and Cherry" which was performed in 1783 at the Nakamura Theater during Japan's Edo period. On the left side of the diptych, we see Ichikawa Danjuro V embodying the spirit of a renegade monk named Seigen. Dressed as a skeleton, his haunting presence evokes both fear and intrigue. On the right side, Iwai Hanshiro IV portrays Princess Sakura with grace and elegance, adorned in a beautiful kimono. The vibrant colors used in this woodblock print bring life to these fantastical characters from Japanese theater. The intricate details capture every emotion felt by these performers on stage, making it evident that they are masters of their craft. This artwork not only represents traditional costume and theater but also reflects elements of Asian culture and mythology. It transports us to another time, allowing us to witness an extraordinary moment in history through art. Displayed at The Art Institute of Chicago, this piece serves as a reminder of how art can transcend time and language barriers while preserving cultural heritage for generations to come.
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