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The Actors Tomizawa Hanzaburo II as Nagoya Sanzaemon (often called Sanza) (right), Naka... c. 1772. Creator: Shunsho
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The Actors Tomizawa Hanzaburo II as Nagoya Sanzaemon (often called Sanza) (right), Naka... c. 1772. Creator: Shunsho
The Actors Tomizawa Hanzaburo II as Nagoya Sanzaemon (often called Sanza) (right), Nakamura Juzo II as Fuwa Banzaemon (center), and an Unidentified Actor as the Pickpocket Matsumoto Daishichi (left), in the Play Fuki Kaete Tsuki mo Yoshiwara, Performed at the Morita Theater in the Eleventh Month, 1771, Japan, c. 1772
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This woodblock print, created by the renowned artist Shunsho in the 18th century, showcases three prominent actors of Japan in the play "Fuki Kaete Tsuki mo Yoshiwara." The actors depicted are Tomizawa Hanzaburo II as Nagoya Sanzaemon, also known as Sanza (right), Nakamura Juzo II as Fuwa Banzaemon (center), and an unidentified actor as the Pickpocket Matsumoto Daishichi (left). The scene is believed to have been performed at the Morita Theater in the eleventh month of 1771. The actors are dressed in traditional Japanese apparel, with Sanza wearing a vibrant green kimono, Fuwa donning a brown and red ensemble, and the pickpocket in a simple, dark robe. The trio is seated on a bench, with Sanza and Fuwa engaged in a dramatic exchange, while the pickpocket, with a mischievous grin, looks ready to strike. This print is an exquisite example of the Katsukawa School, which was a leading artistic school during the Edo period. The intricate details of the actors' faces, their clothing, and the subtle color palette all contribute to the print's stunning visual appeal. The print is taken from the illustrated book "Yakusha Kuni no Hana: Prominent Actors of Japan," which showcases the artistry and talent of the actors of the time. The print's rich history and cultural significance make it an invaluable addition to any art collection, providing a glimpse into the world of Kabuki theater and the fashion and drama of the Edo period.
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