Ukiyoe-Kunichika-Shiranami-Jiroyoshi-Kuzo
$483
🌏 Description
Step into the dramatic world of Edo-period theater with Kunichika’s Shiranami Jiroyoshi Kuzo, a striking woodblock portrait from the late 19th century. Renowned for his bold kabuki actor prints, Toyohara Kunichika captures the compelling presence of the rogue hero Kuzo Ichikawa—his gaze intense, his garments richly patterned. This ukiyo-e is more than portraiture; it is an echo of stagecraft, rebellion, and the flamboyant energy of Meiji-era performance art. The vivid background symbols and fine textile detail speak to the theatrical grandeur of the time.
🔹 Key Features
• Original design by renowned Meiji-era artist Toyohara Kunichika
• Bold depiction of kabuki actor Ichikawa Kuzo as Shiranami Jiroyoshi
• Fine patterns and expressive brushwork on costume and background
• Vivid colors and traditional pigment style preserved
• A powerful addition to any kabuki or ukiyo-e collection
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🏷️ Product Specification
• Artist: Toyohara Kunichika (1835–1900)
• Subject: Shiranami Jiroyoshi Kuzo (Kabuki Actor Ichikawa Kuzo)
• Dimensions: Approx. 25 × 37 cm (oban tate-e format)
• Technique: Woodblock print on traditional Japanese washi
• Origin: Edo/Tokyo, Japan
• Estimated Date: Late 19th century (circa Meiji period)
• Condition: Vintage with well-preserved colors and contrast
🌸 Why Choose Kunichika’s Kabuki Print
🎠For Kabuki Theater Fans
Capture the essence of the Edo stage with a portrait that radiates theatrical tension and charisma.
🎨 For Ukiyo-e Enthusiasts
Own a work by one of the last great ukiyo-e masters, whose vivid actor portraits embody the drama of the Meiji age.
🖼️ For the Cultural Collector
A bridge between stage and print, this piece is a perfect narrative work for your wall or study.
đź“š For Students of Japanese Art
Experience Kunichika’s transitionary role between Edo and modern Japanese print traditions.
✨ Character Summary
Bold, dramatic, and richly expressive—this work captures a kabuki legend mid-scene, bringing the energy of the stage into quiet contemplation.
※ Additional Explanation
Toyohara Kunichika’s theatrical portraits are celebrated for their emotional tension and vibrant coloration. In this depiction of Shiranami Jiroyoshi Kuzo, we see the actor Ichikawa Kuzo cast not just in costume but in character. His downward gaze and thoughtful posture suggest a man torn between destiny and desire—a classic kabuki narrative frozen in wood and ink.
The piece’s striking use of background motifs—delicate patterns, symbolic forms—echo Kunichika’s mastery in merging personality with visual rhythm. More than a fan piece or memento, this ukiyo-e communicates the essence of mie—a kabuki pose that captures an actor’s spirit at a climactic moment.
Whether displayed in a collector’s gallery or offered as a rare cultural gift, this print represents one of the final luminous chapters of ukiyo-e before the dawn of modern illustration. It reminds us that in stillness, performance lives on.
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