Large Perspective Picture of the Kaomise Performance on the Kabuki Stage (Shibai kyogen butai kaomise o uki-e) c. 1745

This woodblock print, created by renowned Japanese artist Okumura Masanobu in the mid-18th century, depicts a bustling Kabuki performance. "Large Perspective Picture of the Kaomise Performance on the Kabuki Stage" captures the energy and spectacle of this traditional form of Japanese theater. The intricate details of the stage, the brightly colored costumes, and the diverse audience, all rendered in vivid color, provide a fascinating glimpse into Edo-period entertainment. This ukiyo-e print, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, is a testament to the enduring legacy of Kabuki and the artistic skill of Okumura Masanobu.