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Metal Print : The Actor Nakamura Shikan IV, 1884. Creator: Toyohara Kunichika
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The Actor Nakamura Shikan IV, 1884. Creator: Toyohara Kunichika
The Actor Nakamura Shikan IV, 1884
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Media ID 36379200
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Drag Female Impersonator Kabuki Actor Kunichika Toyohara Meiji Era Meiji Period Onnagata Oyama Samisen Shamisen Toyohara Kunichika Colour Woodblock Print Playing An Instrument
12"x18" (46x31cm) Metal Print
Bring the timeless beauty of Japanese woodblock prints into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints. Featuring the captivating image of Nakamura Shikan IV, portrayed by the renowned artist Toyohara Kunichika in 1884, these metal prints showcase the intricate details and vibrant colors of the original woodblock art. Each print is meticulously transferred onto a durable aluminum sheet, ensuring a long-lasting and stunning display. Elevate your decor with a piece of rich cultural history, perfect for any room in your home or office.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 31.1cm x 46.3cm (12.2" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This woodblock print, titled "The Actor Nakamura Shikan IV," was created by the renowned Japanese artist Toyohara Kunichika in 1884. The image showcases Nakamura Shikan IV, a prominent Kabuki actor of the Meiji Era, in an intriguing role as an onnagata, a male actor who specializes in portraying female roles. The actor is depicted in vibrant colors and detailed design, wearing a stunning kimono and playing the shamisen, a three-stringed musical instrument commonly used in Japanese traditional music and Kabuki performances. The backdrop of the print is adorned with intricate patterns and decorative elements, adding to the overall grandeur and elegance of the scene. Nakamura Shikan IV's expressive face and intense gaze convey a sense of deep emotion and engagement, further highlighting his exceptional acting skills. This print is a prime example of the Ukiyo-e artistic style, which emerged during the Edo period in Japan and translates to "pictures of the floating world." Ukiyo-e prints were popular for their depictions of the pleasures and entertainments of the time, including Kabuki theater, landscapes, and beautiful women. The Actor Nakamura Shikan IV is now a cherished piece of heritage art, showcasing the rich history and cultural significance of Japanese theater and the arts during the Meiji Era. This print is currently housed in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), where it continues to inspire and captivate visitors from around the world.
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