Japonism-Ukiyoe-Sharaku-Actor-Tsuneyo-II
$138
๐ Description
Bold, expressive, and electrifyingโthis 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 Sharakuโs 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 likenessโbut the very soul of the stage.
๐น Key Features
โข Created by Sharaku, one of ukiyo-eโs most mysterious and impactful artists
โข Features kabuki actor Osagawa Tsuneyo II in a dramatic role as Sakuragi
โข Defined by bold facial lines and exaggerated expression
โข Captures the psychological tension of kabuki performance
โข A conversation starter for collectors of Japanese theatrical art
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๐ท๏ธ Product Specification
โข Artist: Tลshลซsai Sharaku (active 1794โ1795)
โข Subject: Osagawa Tsuneyo II as Sakuragi
โข Style: Ukiyo-e Yakusha-e (Actor Print)
โข Medium: High-quality woodblock print reproduction
โข Dimensions: Approx. 39cm ร 26cm
โข Paper: Handmade washi, archival quality
โข Origin: Japan
โข Reproduction: Faithfully restored from original 18th-century editions
๐ธ Why Choose Sharakuโs Actor Portrait
๐ญ For the Kabuki Enthusiast
This is more than a portraitโitโs a snapshot of dramatic transformation.
๐ง For the Collector of Psychological Realism
Sharakuโs art dives deep into the character behind the mask.
๐ For the Giver of Meaningful Art
Offer a piece of theatrical brillianceโwhere emotion and history collide.
๐ผ๏ธ For the Designer of Bold Spaces
The intense expression and stylized geometry make it a powerful visual statement.
โจ Character Summary
Explosive, enigmatic, and unforgettableโSharakuโs Sakuragi channels the raw essence of kabuki through line, gesture, and gaze.
โป Additional Explanation
Sharaku remains one of ukiyo-eโs greatest mysteries. Active for less than a year, he produced over 140 portraitsโeach 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 actorโs brows arch upward in suspense, and the eyes fixate beyond the printโs frameโinviting the viewer to imagine the unfolding drama.
Sakuragi, the character portrayed, is rendered not just with costume, but with tension. We sense the actorโs immersion, and Sharakuโs 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.
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