Oban Diptych Collection

Act Eleven from the series "The Chushingura Drama Parodied by Famous Beauties (Komei... c. 1794/95)
Act Eleven from the series "The Chushingura Drama Parodied by Famous Beauties (Komei bijin mitate Chushingura Junimai Kuzuki)", Japan, c. 1794/95

The Two Brave Men Inuzuka Shino and Inugai Genpachi Battling on the Roof of... September 1887
The Two Brave Men Inuzuka Shino and Inugai Genpachi Battling on the Roof of Horyukaku (Horyukaku ryoyu tsutomu), September 1887

Taira Koremochi Conquering the Devil Woman on Mount Togakushi (Taira no Koremochi... 1887)
Taira Koremochi Conquering the Devil Woman on Mount Togakushi (Taira no Koremochi Togakushiyama kijo taiji no zu), 1887

The Moon over Gojo Bridge (Gojo no tsuki), from the series "Heroes for the Snow, Moon... 1867
The Moon over Gojo Bridge (Gojo no tsuki), from the series "Heroes for the Snow, Moon, and Flowers (Buyu setsugekka)", 1867

Urashima Taro Returning Home from the Palace of the Dragon King (Urashima Taro...), 1886. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Urashima Taro Returning Home from the Palace of the Dragon King (Urashima Taro no ko kikoku ju Ryugujo no zu), 1886

Zhang Shun, the White Splash in the Waves, and Li Kui, the Black Whirlwind, in a... September 1887
Zhang Shun, the White Splash in the Waves, and Li Kui, the Black Whirlwind, in an Underwater Struggle (Rori Hakucho Chojun and Kokusenpu Riki), September 1887

The actors Nakamura Tomijuro II as the wet nurse Shigenoi and Ichimura Uzaemon XIII as Jin... 1854
The actors Nakamura Tomijuro II as the wet nurse Shigenoi and Ichimura Uzaemon XIII as Jinenjo no Sankichi in the play " Koi Nyobo Somewake Tazuna

Lu Zhishen in a Drunken Rage Attacking the Guardian Figure at the Temple on Moun... September 1887
Lu Zhishen in a Drunken Rage Attacking the Guardian Figure at the Temple on Mount Godai (Rochishin ransui Godaisan Kongojin o uchikowasu no zu), September 1887

The Sixth Month, Enjoying the Evening Cool in a Teahouse, from the series The Twelve... About 1783
The Sixth Month, Enjoying the Evening Cool in a Teahouse, from the series The Twelve Months in the Southern Quarter (Minami juni ko), About 1783

Entertainers of Nakazu, from the series "A Collection of Contemporary Beauties of the... c. 1784
Entertainers of Nakazu, from the series " A Collection of Contemporary Beauties of the Pleasure Quarters (Tosei yuri bijin awase)", c. 1784

The Courtesans Misayama of the Chojiya and Wakana of the Matsubaya Parading... c
The Courtesans Misayama of the Chojiya and Wakana of the Matsubaya Parading under Cherry Blossoms, c. 1789/1801

Women Boarding a Pleasure Boat, 1780s. Creator: Katsukawa Shuncho
Women Boarding a Pleasure Boat, 1780s

Playing Battledore and Shuttlecock on New Years Day, c. 1785. Creator: Katsukawa Shuncho
Playing Battledore and Shuttlecock on New Years Day, c. 1785

By an Iris Pond, c. 1785. Creator: Torii Kiyonaga
By an Iris Pond, c. 1785

The Fourth Month, from the series "Twelve Months in the South (Minami juni ko)"
The Fourth Month, from the series " Twelve Months in the South (Minami juni ko)", c. 1784

An Outing in Spring, from the series A Brocade of Eastern Manners (Fuzoku azuma no... c)
An Outing in Spring, from the series A Brocade of Eastern Manners (Fuzoku azuma no nishiki), c. 1783/84

The Third Month (Sangatsu), from the series "Twelve Months in the South
The Third Month (Sangatsu), from the series " Twelve Months in the South (Minami juni ko)", c. 1784

An outing at Hagidera, from the series "A Brocade of Eastern Manners
An outing at Hagidera, from the series " A Brocade of Eastern Manners (Fuzoku Azuma no nishiki)", c. 1783/84

Kintaro Captures the Carp (Kintaro rigyo o torau), July 1885

Seigen Languishing for His Love, Princess Sakura (Seigen daraku no zu), c. 1889

The Death of Ichikawa Danjuro VIII, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Death of Ichikawa Danjuro VIII, 1854. The actor Ichikawa Danjuro VIII is dragged off by a demon. Aged 30 he was found with his wrists slashed

Large wind-up automaton of Asahina Saburo, c. 1847 / 48. Creator: Sadahide Utagawa
Large wind-up automaton of Asahina Saburo, c. 1847/48

The Young Monkey Showman (Wakashu sarumawashi), n. d. Creator: Utagawa Toyokuni I
The Young Monkey Showman (Wakashu sarumawashi), n.d

View of Miyozaki in Yokohama (Miyozaki Yokohama ichiran), 1860

actor Ichikawa Danjuro VIII Mashiba Hisatsugu
The actor Ichikawa Danjuro VIII as Mashiba Hisatsugu, 1851, Utagawa Kunisada I (Toyokuni III), Japanese, 1786-1864, Japan, Color woodblock print, left sheet of oban diptych

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"Exploring the Vibrant World of Japanese Art: A Glimpse into Oban Diptych" Step into a world of captivating beauty and rich cultural heritage with the mesmerizing Oban Diptych. Created by renowned artists such as Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, Utagawa Kunisada, Torii Kiyonaga, and Katsukawa Shuncho, these diptychs offer a window into different aspects of Japanese life during various time periods. In September 1887, Tsukioka Yoshitoshi brings to life two legendary characters in "Zhang Shun, the White Splash in the Waves" and "Li Kui, the Black Whirlwind. " These striking portrayals showcase their strength and intensity through intricate details. Utagawa Kunisada's diptych from 1854 features Nakamura Tomijuro II as the wet nurse Shigenoi and Ichimura Uzaemon XIII as Jin. The actors' expressive faces capture emotions that resonate with audiences even today. Moving back to September 1887, Yoshitoshi presents Lu Zhishen in a drunken rage attacking a guardian figure at the temple on Mount. . This dramatic scene highlights both chaos and vulnerability within one powerful image. Traveling further back in time to around 1783, Torii Kiyonaga's masterpiece "The Sixth Month" transports us to an elegant teahouse where people enjoy the evening cool. The meticulous attention to detail immerses viewers in this serene setting. Torii Kiyonaga also delights us with his series titled "A Collection of Contemporary Beauties, " specifically depicting entertainers of Nakazu circa 1784. These stunning portraits celebrate feminine grace and allure during that era. Continuing our journey through history is another captivating diptych showcasing courtesans Misayama of Chojiya and Wakana of Matsubaya parading. .