{"title":"Torii Kiyohiro","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"scene-from-the-drama-kashiwa-ga-toge-kichirei-sumo-torii-kiyohiro","title":"Scene from the Drama Kashiwa-ga-Tōge Kichirei sumō - Torii Kiyohiro","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic ukiyo-e woodblock print by Torii Kiyohiro depicting a kabuki actor in a scene from the drama Kashiwa-ga-Tōge Kichirei sumō.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Torii Kiyohiro depicts a scene from the kabuki drama Kashiwa-ga-Tōge Kichirei sumō. The Torii school held a position of authority in the production of theatrical prints, often focusing on the actors of the Edo period. This work displays the characteristic style of the mid-eighteenth century, featuring bold, calligraphic lines and a focus on the actor's posture and costume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure is positioned within a simple architectural frame, holding a fan, which serves as a common prop in kabuki performances. The kimono pattern is rendered with precision, showing the attention to textile design that was common in ukiyo-e prints of this era. The surrounding text provides context for the performance, identifying the actors and the specific play. The composition is relatively flat, prioritising the graphic quality of the figure over three-dimensional space. The muted colour palette, typical of early benizuri-e or sumizuri-e prints, relies on the strength of the ink lines to define the form and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTorii Kiyohiro was active during a period when the ukiyo-e genre was shifting from simple monochrome prints to more complex, multi-coloured formats. His work reflects the technical standards of the Torii workshop, which maintained a close relationship with the kabuki theatres of Edo. This print offers a view into the visual culture of the period, where the theatre and the print market were closely linked. The print is a record of a specific performance, capturing the stylised gestures and attire of the actor as they appeared on stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/evening-glow-at-ryogoku-bridge-keisai-eisen\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEvening Glow at Ryogoku Bridge - Keisai Eisen — Keisai Eisen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/vehicles-on-the-streets-of-tokyo-utagawa-yoshitora\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVehicles on the Streets of Tokyo - Utagawa Yoshitora — Utagawa Yoshitora\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Torii Kiyohiro","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58964543177039,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58964546486607,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58964546519375,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58964546552143,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58964546584911,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58964546617679,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58964546650447,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58964546683215,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58964546715983,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58964546748751,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58964546781519,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58964546814287,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Scene-from-the-Drama-Kashiwa-ga-T-ge-Kichirei-sum-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790760499511.jpg?v=1790761917"},{"product_id":"the-actor-arashi-otohachi-as-a-young-samurai-in-womans-clothes-torii-kiyohiro","title":"The Actor Arashi Otohachi as a Young Samurai in Woman's Clothes - Torii Kiyohiro","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Torii Kiyohiro depicting the kabuki actor Arashi Otohachi in a detailed samurai costume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Torii Kiyohiro captures the actor Arashi Otohachi in a theatrical role. The composition belongs to the yakusha-e genre, which focuses on the depiction of kabuki actors. Kiyohiro was a member of the Torii school, a group closely associated with the kabuki theatre in Edo. The school maintained a distinct style characterised by bold lines and a focus on the dramatic presence of the performer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print is a benizuri-e, a type of early polychrome print that typically employs a limited palette of pink (beni) and green. The actor is shown in a standing pose, wearing a kimono decorated with a pine-needle pattern. The garment features a plaid outer layer, which adds a geometric contrast to the organic motifs of the under-robe. A sword is tucked into the obi, indicating the character's status as a samurai, despite the feminine attire worn for the stage role.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the upper right corner, a fan-shaped cartouche contains a depiction of Mount Fuji, a common motif in Japanese art. Calligraphic inscriptions accompany the figure, providing context regarding the actor and the performance. The lines are clean and deliberate, typical of the Torii school's approach to printmaking. The figure occupies the majority of the frame, with the background left largely empty to focus attention on the costume and the actor's posture. This work provides a view into the aesthetic conventions of the mid-eighteenth-century Japanese theatre, where the boundaries of gender and identity were fluidly navigated through performance and costume. 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The Torii school held a monopoly on kabuki theatre imagery during the mid-eighteenth century, and this work reflects the stylistic conventions of the period. The figures are arranged in a dense, overlapping composition that prioritises the theatrical presence of the actors over realistic spatial depth. Each figure wears a kimono adorned with distinct patterns and family crests, which serve to identify the specific performers and their roles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print employs a limited colour palette, characteristic of the benizuri-e technique, which utilised a small number of colour blocks alongside the primary black ink outlines. The lines are firm and deliberate, defining the exaggerated facial expressions and dramatic postures typical of the kabuki stage. The actors are shown standing on high wooden clogs, a detail that adds to their imposing stature. The inclusion of calligraphic text surrounding the figures provides context regarding the play and the actors involved, integrating the written word into the visual design of the print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a piece of theatrical documentation, this work offers insight into the visual culture of Edo-period Japan. The focus remains on the stylised representation of the actors, capturing the essence of their performance rather than a literal depiction of a scene. The repetition of patterns across the garments creates a rhythmic visual quality, balancing the individual characterisation of each actor with the collective identity of the group. This print is a representative example of the Torii school's output, demonstrating the technical and aesthetic priorities of mid-eighteenth-century Japanese printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/shimosuwa-from-sixty-nine-stations-of-the-kisokaido-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eShimosuwa, from Sixty-Nine Stations of the Kisokaidō - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/view-of-benten-shrine-on-nakanoshima-island-in-shinobazu-pond-ueno-park-utagawa-hiroshige-iii\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eView of Benten Shrine on Nakanoshima Island in Shinobazu Pond, Ueno Park - Utagawa Hiroshige III — Utagawa Hiroshige III\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Torii Kiyohiro","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970434896207,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970479558991,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970479591759,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970479624527,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970479657295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970479690063,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970479722831,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970479755599,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970479788367,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970479821135,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970479853903,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970479886671,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Five-Popular-Actors-as-the-Gonin-Otoko_Poster_CompositorV1_1790808104576.jpg?v=1790809801"},{"product_id":"sanogawa-ichimatsu-in-the-role-of-otsuru-torii-kiyohiro","title":"Sanogawa Ichimatsu in the Role of Otsuru - Torii Kiyohiro","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Torii Kiyohiro, depicting the kabuki actor Sanogawa Ichimatsu in a snowy scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Torii Kiyohiro depicts the celebrated kabuki actor Sanogawa Ichimatsu in the role of Otsuru. The work is a fine example of benizuri-e, a style of early colour printing that utilised a limited palette, typically rose-pink and green, applied to a monochrome base. The actor is shown standing in a snowy setting, holding a large parasol, which provides a sense of seasonal atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTorii Kiyohiro was a member of the Torii school, a group of artists closely associated with the kabuki theatre in Edo. Their work often focused on the portrayal of actors, capturing their likenesses and specific stage personas for the public. The figure here wears a kimono featuring a distinctive checkered pattern, a design famously associated with Sanogawa Ichimatsu, which later became known as the Ichimatsu pattern in Japanese textile design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is balanced, with the vertical lines of the bamboo stalks in the background echoing the posture of the actor. The print demonstrates the technical constraints and aesthetic choices of the mid-eighteenth century, where the focus remained on the stylised representation of the performer rather than realistic portraiture. The use of line is precise, defining the folds of the kimono and the delicate features of the actor's face. This print serves as a record of the theatrical culture of the period, documenting both the fashion and the popular performers who dominated the stage. The paper shows signs of age, consistent with its production in the mid-Edo period, providing a tangible connection to the history of Japanese printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/jo-and-uba-of-takasago-looking-at-the-rising-sun-totoya-hokkei\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eJo and Uba of Takasago Looking at the Rising Sun - Totoya Hokkei — Totoya Hokkei\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/frolicking-figures-and-animals-kawanabe-kyosai\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFrolicking Figures and Animals - Kawanabe Kyōsai — Kawanabe Kyōsai\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Torii Kiyohiro","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970572554575,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970601587023,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970601619791,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970601652559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970601685327,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970601718095,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970601750863,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970601783631,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970601816399,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970601849167,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970601881935,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970601914703,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sanogawa-Ichimatsu-in-the-Role-of-Otsuru_Poster_CompositorV1_1790810767550.jpg?v=1790811848"},{"product_id":"the-actors-sanogawa-ichimatsu-and-nakamura-tomijuro-torii-kiyohiro","title":"The Actors Sanogawa Ichimatsu and Nakamura Tomijuro - Torii Kiyohiro","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Torii Kiyohiro featuring two kabuki actors in traditional attire, rendered with elegant lines and a muted colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Torii Kiyohiro depicts two kabuki actors, Sanogawa Ichimatsu and Nakamura Tomijuro, in a composition that reflects the conventions of the Torii school. The Torii lineage held a dominant position in the production of theatrical imagery during the mid-eighteenth century, often focusing on the exaggerated poses and stylised features of popular performers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this work, the figures stand in a symmetrical arrangement, their bodies angled towards a central brazier. The artist employs a calligraphic line quality to define the contours of the actors' robes and their expressive facial features. The garments are decorated with floral motifs, specifically morning glories, which provide a repeating pattern across the fabric. The colour palette remains restrained, relying on muted tones of green, grey, and soft red to maintain visual balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print belongs to the genre of yakusha-e, or actor prints, which served as promotional material for the kabuki theatre. The inclusion of calligraphic inscriptions and seals identifies the subjects and the artist, adhering to the standard format for prints of this period. The composition is notably flat, prioritising the decorative arrangement of the figures over three-dimensional space. The focus on the actors' specific roles and their physical presence on the stage provides insight into the visual culture of Edo-period Japan. The print demonstrates the technical precision required for multi-block printing, where each colour layer is applied with careful alignment to create the final image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/yokkaichi-mie-river-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eYokkaichi: Mie River - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/fifty-three-stations-of-the-tokaido-inspired-by-famous-pictures-kanagawa-utagawa-kunisada\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFifty-Three Stations of the Tōkaidō: Inspired by Famous Pictures (Kanagawa) - Utagawa Kunisada — Utagawa Kunisada\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Torii Kiyohiro","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58981895700815,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58981959369039,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58981959401807,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58981959434575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58981959467343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58981959500111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58981959532879,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58981959565647,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58981959598415,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58981959631183,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58981959663951,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58981959696719,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Actors-Sanogawa-Ichimatsu-and-Nakamura-Tomijuro_Poster_CompositorV1_1790903344912.jpg?v=1790903947"},{"product_id":"scene-from-the-play-keisei-kaneni-sakura-torii-kiyohiro","title":"Scene from the Play Keisei Kaneni Sakura - Torii Kiyohiro","description":"\u003cp\u003eA mid-eighteenth-century Japanese woodblock print by Torii Kiyohiro depicting a scene from the kabuki play Keisei Kaneni Sakura.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Torii Kiyohiro depicts a scene from the kabuki play Keisei Kaneni Sakura. As a member of the Torii school, Kiyohiro produced work heavily influenced by the theatrical traditions of the Edo period. The Torii school held a monopoly on the production of kabuki signage and promotional prints, which explains the focus on dramatic characterisation and costume detail seen here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features two figures positioned beneath a flowering cherry tree. The standing figure plays a flute, while the seated figure looks upward. The print is a benizuri-e, a style of early colour printing that utilised a limited palette of pink and green pigments applied to a base of black ink. This technique provides a subtle tonal range, allowing the patterns on the kimonos to remain legible without overwhelming the viewer. The lines are firm and calligraphic, characteristic of the Torii style, which prioritised the clear depiction of actors and their specific roles over realistic anatomical proportions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKiyohiro was active during the mid-eighteenth century, a period when ukiyo-e artists began experimenting with multi-colour printing. The figures wear elaborate garments decorated with geometric and floral motifs, reflecting the fashion of the time. The cherry blossoms hanging from the branches above serve as a seasonal marker, a common trope in Japanese theatre to establish the mood of a scene. The print captures the stylised gestures of the kabuki stage, where movement and posture communicate the emotional state of the characters. The artist's signature appears on the lower left, confirming the attribution to the Torii school. This work offers a glimpse into the visual culture of Edo-period Japan, where the theatre and the print market were closely linked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/the-actor-segawa-kikunojo-ii-as-the-courtesan-umegae-suzuki-harunobu\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Actor Segawa Kikunojo II as the Courtesan Umegae - Suzuki Harunobu — Suzuki Harunobu\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/mountains-and-rivers-along-the-kisokaido-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMountains and Rivers Along the Kisokaidō - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Torii Kiyohiro","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59030117024079,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59030141206863,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59030141239631,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59030141272399,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59030141305167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59030141337935,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59030141370703,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59030141403471,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59030141436239,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59030141469007,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59030141501775,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59030141534543,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Scene-from-the-Play-Keisei-Kaneni-Sakura_Poster_CompositorV1_1791332325425.jpg?v=1791332723"},{"product_id":"woman-seated-holding-a-cat-torii-kiyohiro","title":"Woman Seated Holding a Cat - Torii Kiyohiro","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Torii Kiyohiro, featuring two women in patterned kimonos, one of whom holds a small cat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Torii Kiyohiro depicts two figures in a domestic setting, a common subject within the Ukiyo-e tradition. The artist belonged to the Torii school, a lineage associated with the production of kabuki theatre imagery and portraits of women. The composition features a seated woman cradling a small cat, while a second figure stands beside her, holding a thin cord. The figures are rendered with the characteristic elongated proportions and fluid, calligraphic lines typical of mid-eighteenth-century Japanese prints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print employs a limited colour palette, relying on soft tones that have mellowed over time. The clothing of the figures displays detailed patterns, including floral motifs and geometric checks, which demonstrate the technical skill involved in woodblock carving and registration. The seated woman wears a kimono adorned with maple leaves and circular designs, while the standing figure is dressed in a plaid-patterned garment. The background remains plain, focusing the viewer's attention entirely on the interaction between the two women and the animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTorii Kiyohiro was active during the mid-Edo period, a time when the Ukiyo-e genre was shifting from monochrome ink prints to the early stages of colour printing. This work reflects the aesthetic priorities of the era, where the grace of the human form and the decorative quality of textiles were primary concerns. The print captures a quiet, intimate moment, far removed from the dramatic intensity often found in theatrical prints of the same period. It serves as an example of the refined style developed by the Torii school, which maintained a consistent approach to figure drawing and composition throughout the eighteenth century. 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The Torii school held a dominant position in the production of theatrical imagery during the mid-eighteenth century, often focusing on the exaggerated poses and stylised features of popular performers. The artist employs a benizuri-e technique, which uses a limited palette of pink and green pigments applied to the monochrome ink base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure stands in a graceful, slightly curved posture, characteristic of the period's aesthetic. The actor wears an elaborate kimono decorated with a repeating floral pattern, which demonstrates the attention to textile design common in ukiyo-e prints. The head is covered by a hood, a frequent accessory for female characters in kabuki theatre, which frames the face and directs attention to the actor's expression. The calligraphic lines defining the robes and the figure's form show the technical precision required for woodblock carving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTextual elements are integrated into the composition, providing context for the performance or the actor's identity. The flat spatial arrangement is typical of the era, prioritising the decorative qualities of the costume and the silhouette of the figure over three-dimensional depth. This print offers a view into the visual culture of Edo-period Japan, where the theatre and the print industry were closely linked. The work remains a clear example of the Torii school's approach to actor portraiture, balancing the representation of the individual with the requirements of theatrical iconography. The muted colour scheme, aged by time, provides a soft aesthetic that complements the delicate line work of the original woodblock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/ladies-surrounding-a-cart-utamaro-ii\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLadies Surrounding a Cart - Utamaro II — Utamaro II\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/a-party-of-merrymakers-in-a-house-in-the-yoshiwara-on-a-moonlight-night-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Party of Merrymakers in a House in the Yoshiwara on a Moonlight Night - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Torii Kiyohiro","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59086366769487,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59086368932175,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59086368964943,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59086368997711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59086369030479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59086369063247,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59086369096015,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59086369128783,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59086369161551,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59086369194319,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59086369227087,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59086369259855,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Segawa-Kikunoj-II-as-a-Woman-Standing_Poster_CompositorV1_1791683050238.jpg?v=1791683408"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/fr\/collections\/torii-kiyohiro.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}