Framed Print : An actor in the role of Sato Norikiyo who becomes Saigyo : A
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An actor in the role of Sato Norikiyo who becomes Saigyo : A
An actor in the role of Sato Norikiyo who becomes Saigyo : An actor in the role of Yoshinaka. Japanese diptych print shows Saigyo surrounded by men trying to prevent him from leaving his house to become a priest. Date between 1849 and 1852
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12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "An actor in the role of Sato Norikiyo who becomes Saigyo : A" framed print from our Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite Japanese diptych, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a compelling portrayal of the renowned poet and monk, Saigyo, with men attempting to prevent him from leaving his house. The intricate details of the actors' expressions and the dynamic composition of the scene are beautifully preserved in this rights-managed print. Elevate the decor of your space with this masterpiece that transcends time and culture.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This diptych print from Japan, dating between 1849 and 1852, depicts a poignant moment in the life of the renowned Heian period poet and monk, Saigyo. The left panel shows Sato Norikiyo, an actor in the theatrical role of Saigyo, deeply engrossed in his performance. The audience is transfixed by his portrayal of the troubled poet, oblivious to the turmoil brewing in the actor's real life. In the right panel, the scene shifts dramatically as Sato Norikiyo, now resolved to abandon his acting career and become a priest, is surrounded by well-wishing men attempting to dissuade him from leaving his home. Their faces are etched with concern and pleas for reconsideration, their gestures urging him to stay. The determined Saigyo, however, remains resolute, his gaze fixed on the path before him. This woodblock print, created during the Edo period, masterfully captures the essence of human emotion and the transformative power of personal conviction. The intricate details of the woodcuts reveal the exquisite craftsmanship of the artist, while the juxtaposition of the two panels offers a poignant commentary on the duality of life and the choices we make. The use of muted colors and delicate brushwork further enhances the print's ethereal beauty, making it a timeless piece of Japanese art.
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