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The Actor Nakamura Tomijuro I as the Courtesan Toyama of Tsuruga in the Play Keisei... c. 1775. Creator: Shunsho
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The Actor Nakamura Tomijuro I as the Courtesan Toyama of Tsuruga in the Play Keisei... c. 1775. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Nakamura Tomijuro I I as the Courtesan Toyama of Tsuruga in the Play Keisei Tsuki no Miyako, Performed at the Morita Theater in the Eighth Month, 1775, Japan, c. 1775
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This woodblock print, created by the renowned artist Shunsho, showcases Nakamura Tomijuro I in the role of the courtesan Toyama of Tsuruga from the play "Keisei Tsuki no Miyako," performed at the Morita Theater in the Eighth Month of 1775. The Edo Period print, a masterpiece from the Katsukawa School, displays Tomijuro I's exceptional acting skills as he dons the elaborate hosoban kimono and gestures in a dramatic hand position, suggesting the mythical beast, Keishi, from the play. The courtesan's green attire, adorned with intricate patterns and vibrant colors, adds to the allure of the scene. Tomijuro I's skillful portrayal of a female character, a common practice in Kabuki theater known as onnagata, further emphasizes the theatricality of the production. The print's rich details and expressive figures serve as a testament to the artistic school's dedication to capturing the essence of Japanese culture and heritage during the eighteenth century.
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