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The Actor Ichikawa Ebizo III as Akushichibyoe Kagekiyo (?) in the Play Wada Sakamori... c. 1773. Creator: Shunsho
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The Actor Ichikawa Ebizo III as Akushichibyoe Kagekiyo (?) in the Play Wada Sakamori... c. 1773. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Ichikawa Ebizo III as Akushichibyoe Kagekiyo (?) in the Play Wada Sakamori Eiga Kagami (?), Performed at the Nakamura Theater (?) in the Third Month, 1773 (?), Japan, c. 1773
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Ebizo Ichikawa Iii Hosoban Ichikawa Danjuro Iii Ichikawa Ebizo Iii Katana Katsukawa School Katsukawa Shunshō Katsumiyagawa Yusuke Matsumoto Koshiro Ii Miyagawa Shunsho Miyakawa Shunsho Nakamura Theatre Pine Tree Pine Trees Pines Rooftop Rooftops Samurai Shunsho Shunsho Katsukawa Shunsho Miyagawa Shunsho Miyakawa Blade Color Woodblock Print Playhouse
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This woodblock print, created by the renowned artist Shunsho, showcases Ichikawa Ebizo III in the role of Akushichibyoe Kagekiyo from the play "Wada Sakamori" performed at the Nakamura Theater in the third month of 1773. Dressed in the traditional hosoban kimono, Ebizo III exudes an air of authority and strength as he holds a katana blade against a backdrop of pines, symbolizing the connection between nature and the samurai spirit. The intricate details of the actor's apparel are masterfully captured through the art of color woodblock printing. The vibrant green color of his kimono, reminiscent of the fresh new growth of spring, contrasts beautifully with the pink hues of the cherry blossoms and the muted tones of the pine trees. The delicate yet bold brushstrokes of Shunsho's artistic hand bring the scene to life, transporting us back to the Edo period and the world of Japanese drama. Ebizo III, a member of the prestigious Ichikawa Danjuro III lineage, is depicted with an intense expression, embodying the fierce and unyielding spirit of his character. The print also features the likenesses of other notable actors of the time, including Matsumoto Koshiro II and Katsumiyagawa Yusuke, adding to the rich tapestry of the theatrical world during the eighteenth century in Japan. This stunning work of art is a testament to the enduring legacy of Japanese artistic traditions and the captivating world of Edo period entertainment.
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