Bandō Hikosaburō III in the Role of Sugawara no Michizane - Utagawa Toyokuni I
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A woodblock print by Utagawa Toyokuni I, depicting Bandō Hikosaburō III in the role of Sugawara no Michizane. This work exemplifies the ukiyo-e tradition of capturing actors in their celebrated roles.
This woodblock print by Utagawa Toyokuni I (1769-1825) depicts Bandō Hikosaburō III in the role of Sugawara no Michizane, a prominent figure in Japanese history and folklore. Toyokuni I was a leading artist of the Utagawa school, known for his contributions to ukiyo-e, a genre of Japanese art that flourished from the 17th through 19th centuries. Ukiyo-e prints often featured actors, courtesans, and scenes from daily life. In this print, Bandō Hikosaburō III is shown in character, wearing a patterned green robe with yellow floral motifs. The actor holds a fan and is framed against a neutral grey background, which allows the details of his costume and expression to stand out. The print exemplifies the ukiyo-e tradition of capturing the likenesses of popular actors in their most celebrated roles, preserving their performances for posterity. The composition and colour palette are typical of the period, reflecting the aesthetic preferences of the time.
Bandō Hikosaburō III in the Role of Sugawara no Michizane - Utagawa Toyokuni I
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Utagawa Toyokuni I
transforming kabuki actor portraits from stiff likenesses into dynamic stage images and building the dominant ukiyo-e studio in Edo
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