Japonism-Ukiyoe-Sharaku-Actor-Tsuneyo-II

Name: Japonism-Ukiyoe-Sharaku-Actor-Tsuneyo-II
SKU: 221
Availability: InStock

$138

🌏 Description
Bold, expressive, and electrifying—this striking ukiyo-e portrait captures the famed kabuki actor Osagawa Tsuneyo II in the role of Sakuragi, as envisioned by the enigmatic artist Sharaku. Known for his intense, psychological portrayals of actors, Sharaku presents Tsuneyo II with a dramatic flair: eyes wide in concentration, hands mid-motion, and facial expression loaded with theatrical vigor. Printed originally in 1794 during Sharaku’s brief but revolutionary career, this piece immortalizes the raw emotion and stylized energy of Edo-period kabuki. In this masterwork, the boundary between actor and role dissolves, giving us not just a likeness—but the very soul of the stage.

🔹 Key Features
• Created by Sharaku, one of ukiyo-e’s most mysterious and impactful artists
• Features kabuki actor Osagawa Tsuneyo II in a dramatic role as Sakuragi
• Defined by bold facial lines and exaggerated expression
• Captures the psychological tension of kabuki performance
• A conversation starter for collectors of Japanese theatrical art

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SKU: 221 Categories: Japonism Hub, Traditional Ukiyo-e Art Prints, Ukiyoe

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🏷️ Product Specification
• Artist: Tōshūsai Sharaku (active 1794–1795)
• Subject: Osagawa Tsuneyo II as Sakuragi
• Style: Ukiyo-e Yakusha-e (Actor Print)
• Medium: High-quality woodblock print reproduction
• Dimensions: Approx. 39cm × 26cm
• Paper: Handmade washi, archival quality
• Origin: Japan
• Reproduction: Faithfully restored from original 18th-century editions

🌸 Why Choose Sharaku’s Actor Portrait

🎭 For the Kabuki Enthusiast
This is more than a portrait—it’s a snapshot of dramatic transformation.
🧠 For the Collector of Psychological Realism
Sharaku’s art dives deep into the character behind the mask.
🎁 For the Giver of Meaningful Art
Offer a piece of theatrical brilliance—where emotion and history collide.
🖼️ For the Designer of Bold Spaces
The intense expression and stylized geometry make it a powerful visual statement.

✨ Character Summary
Explosive, enigmatic, and unforgettable—Sharaku’s Sakuragi channels the raw essence of kabuki through line, gesture, and gaze.

※ Additional Explanation
Sharaku remains one of ukiyo-e’s greatest mysteries. Active for less than a year, he produced over 140 portraits—each pulsing with a unique, psychological depth rare for the time. In this image of Osagawa Tsuneyo II, Sharaku eschews idealization in favor of intensity. The hands are expressive, almost trembling. The actor’s brows arch upward in suspense, and the eyes fixate beyond the print’s frame—inviting the viewer to imagine the unfolding drama.

Sakuragi, the character portrayed, is rendered not just with costume, but with tension. We sense the actor’s immersion, and Sharaku’s ability to seize a fleeting emotional truth. This reproduction honors that brilliance, printed on fine washi to echo the spirit of the Edo theater. Perfect for collectors of yakusha-e or those drawn to the bold pulse of Japanese visual drama, this print stands as a tribute to performance, transience, and the artistry of expression.