Act I of the Drama "Sugawara" - Utagawa Toyokuni I
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A woodblock print by Utagawa Toyokuni I, depicting a scene from Act I of the drama "Sugawara". The print features two figures in elaborate costumes, capturing the essence of kabuki theatre.
This woodblock print by Utagawa Toyokuni I (1769-1825) depicts a scene from Act I of the drama "Sugawara." Toyokuni I was a prominent Japanese ukiyo-e artist of the Edo period, known for his portraits of kabuki actors and depictions of scenes from popular plays. His work helped to shape the visual culture of the time, capturing the essence of kabuki theatre and the lives of the urban population. The print features two figures in elaborate costumes. The seated figure wears a patterned robe with a large circular design, while the standing figure behind him is dressed in a darker robe adorned with floral motifs. The composition is carefully balanced, with the figures arranged to create a sense of depth and visual interest. The use of colour is restrained, with muted tones that add to the overall sense of drama and solemnity. The actors' expressions are serious, drawing the viewer into the narrative of the play.
Act I of the Drama "Sugawara" - 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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