Actor in the No Play Tomonaga by Tsukioka Kôgyo

Actor in the No Play Tomonaga 1926

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painting, watercolor

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portrait

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painting

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asian-art

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ukiyo-e

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figuration

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watercolor

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intimism

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watercolour illustration

"Actor in the No Play Tomonaga" is a woodblock print created by Tsukioka Kôgyo in 1926. This artwork, now located at the Rijksmuseum, depicts a female actor wearing a traditional Japanese kimono with a floral pattern. Kôgyo was known for his beautiful and detailed depictions of Noh theatre performers, and this print captures the elegance and stillness of the traditional Japanese art form. The minimalist background emphasizes the figure and its elaborate costume. The use of color and fine detail are characteristic of his style, making it a visually captivating piece. This print is an excellent example of the rich tradition of Japanese woodblock prints and showcases the artistry of a renowned artist.

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rijksmuseum over 1 year ago

In No, dance is a remarkably stylized, slowly executed performance. While dancing the feet glide over the floor, never leaving the ground. In this print the stylization and stillness of a person calmly sliding over the smoothly polished wooden floor is tangible.

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