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Ryogoku Bridge; The Actor Ichikawa Danjuro VIII in the Role of Yokoyama no Yosaburo, 1863. Creator: Utagawa Kunisada
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Ryogoku Bridge; The Actor Ichikawa Danjuro VIII in the Role of Yokoyama no Yosaburo, 1863. Creator: Utagawa Kunisada
Ryogoku Bridge; The Actor Ichikawa Danjuro VIII in the Role of Yokoyama no Yosaburo, 1863. From Flowers of Edo with Views of Famous Places
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1860s Calligraphy Character Check Checked Chequered Danjuro Ichikawa Danjuro Ichikawa Viii Danjuro Viii Details Gepparo Gototei Ichikawa Danjūrō Ichikawa Danjuro Viii Ichiyosai Japanese Era Kabuki Kabuki Actor Kinraisha Kochoro Kunisada Kunisada Utagawa Kunisada Utagawa I Montage River Sumida Ryōgoku Bridge Shozo Sumida Sumida River Tokyo Japan Asia Toyokuni Iii Tsunda Shozo Utagawa Kunisada Utagawa Kunisada I Utagawa Toyokuni Iii Colour Woodblock Print Description Inset
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This woodblock print, titled "Ryogoku Bridge; The Actor Ichikawa Danjuro VIII in the Role of Yokoyama no Yosaburo," was created by the renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Kunisada in the 1860s. The print is part of the series "Flowers of Edo with Views of Famous Places." The image showcases Danjuro VIII, a prominent Kabuki actor of the time, portraying the character Yokoyama no Yosaburo. Dressed in a vibrant checked kimono and traditional Kabuki apparel, Danjuro VIII strikes a dramatic pose on the Ryogoku Bridge, which spans the Sumida River in Tokyo. The bridge, adorned with intricate detail and color, is depicted as a bustling hub of activity, with boats and people moving about in the background. The print also features an inset image of the actor Ichiyosai, who is shown wearing a simple, monochromatic kimono and holding a fan. The inset serves as a tribute to the actor and adds an additional layer of depth to the overall composition. The use of bold colors, intricate detail, and calligraphy adds to the rich heritage and cultural significance of this work. The print is a testament to the importance of Kabuki theatre during the Edo period and the role it played in Japanese entertainment and fashion. The detailed rendering of the actor's costume, the bridge, and the surrounding landscape are a feast for the eyes, transporting us back in time to the vibrant and colorful world of 19th century Japan.
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