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Actors Onoe Matsusuke and Nakayama Tomisaburo, 1825 (woodblock on paper)
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Actors Onoe Matsusuke and Nakayama Tomisaburo, 1825 (woodblock on paper)
6437441 Actors Onoe Matsusuke and Nakayama Tomisaburo, 1825 (woodblock on paper) by Utagawa Toyokuni (1769-1825); 37x25.6 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent, UK; (add.info.: Two actor figures, standing and sitting - in conversation, one male, other female (onnataga). Predominant colours of costume, red-brown, pink, purple and blue-grey. Creator: Nishimuraya Yohachi. Kiwame seal.); eMaidstone Museum and Art Gallery; Japanese, out of copyright
Media ID 24132964
© Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery / Bridgeman Images
Actresses Cinema Edo Period Edo Period 1603 1868 Kimono Tokugawa Period Woodblock Hair Style
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This woodblock print, titled "Actors Onoe Matsusuke and Nakayama Tomisaburo" transports us back to the vibrant world of 19th-century Japanese theater. Created by Utagawa Toyokuni in 1825, this artwork captures a moment of intense conversation between two renowned actors. The figures depicted in the print are dressed in exquisite costumes that showcase a rich palette of red-brown, pink, purple, and blue-grey hues. Their elaborate hair styles and traditional kimonos further emphasize their status as esteemed performers during the Edo period (1603-1868). The male actor, Onoe Matsusuke, stands confidently while engaging with his female counterpart, Nakayama Tomisaburo. The intensity of their expressions suggests a dramatic exchange taking place on stage or behind the scenes. This portrayal not only highlights the skillful artistry of these actors but also offers a glimpse into the theatrical world they inhabited. As we admire this woodblock print from Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery in Kent, UK, we are reminded of the enduring allure and cultural significance of Japanese theater during this era. The meticulous craftsmanship evident in every detail speaks to both the talent of Utagawa Toyokuni as an artist and Nishimuraya Yohachi as its creator. This artwork serves as a visual testament to the power and beauty found within traditional performing arts while inviting us to appreciate Japan's rich artistic heritage.
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