The Actors Ichikawa Komazo I (L) and Nakamura Matsue I (R) c. 1770

"The Actors Ichikawa Komazo I (L) and Nakamura Matsue I (R)" is a woodblock print by Torii Kiyomitsu, depicting two famous kabuki actors, Ichikawa Komazo I and Nakamura Matsue I, in a scene of everyday life, likely on a stroll. The actors are recognizable through the intricate details of their costumes, which include a large, elaborate umbrella and colorful, layered garments. Kiyomitsu is known for his vibrant color palette and intricate details. This print is an example of the popular genre of "yakusha-e", or "actor prints," which depicted actors in various roles and costumes, serving as a form of visual documentation of the vibrant kabuki theater culture in 18th-century Japan.