Torii Kiyonaga Collection
Torii Kiyonaga, a renowned Japanese ukiyo-e artist of the late 18th century, captivated audiences with his exquisite prints
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Torii Kiyonaga, a renowned Japanese ukiyo-e artist of the late 18th century, captivated audiences with his exquisite prints. One such masterpiece is "Three Women and a Small Boy beneath a Wisteria Arbor on the Bank of a Stream, " created around 1790. In this enchanting scene, Kiyonaga skillfully captures the tranquility of nature as three women and a young boy find solace beneath the delicate wisteria blooms. Another notable work by Kiyonaga is "The Actor Ichikawa Danjuro V as Minamoto no Yoshiie, in the play 'Date Nishiki Tsui no Yum. . '" from 1778. This print showcases his mastery in portraying actors' expressions and costumes with great detail. The intensity emanating from Ichikawa Danjuro V's portrayal of Minamoto no Yoshiie adds depth to this dramatic composition. Kiyonaga's talent for capturing theatrical performances shines through in "The Actors Ichikawa Monnosuke II as Miyukinosuke, Segawa Kikunojo III as Hatsune-hime" from 1785. The vibrant colors and dynamic poses bring these characters to life on paper, transporting viewers into the world of Kabuki theater. In "The Actors Yamashita Mangiku, Iwai Hanshiro IV, and Iwai Kumesaburo" dating back to 1788, we witness Kiyonaga's ability to create harmonious group compositions. Each actor is uniquely depicted yet seamlessly connected within this pentaptych ensemble. Continuing his exploration of actors' portrayals, Kiyonaga presents us with another pentaptych titled "The Actors Ichikawa Danjuro V and Ichikawa Ebizo IV. " Created in 1788 alongside eleven other actors' portraits, these prints showcase their distinct personalities while highlighting their shared dedication to the art of Kabuki.