Board game of the Flower Stage (Hanabutai atari sugoroku) 1883

Toyohara Kunichika's "Board game of the Flower Stage (Hanabutai atari sugoroku)" is a vibrant woodblock print from 1883. This large-scale artwork showcases the artist's mastery of detail and dynamic composition, employing vivid colors and expressive lines to depict a compelling narrative. The piece is arranged in a grid format, featuring multiple scenes, each highlighting a captivating moment from a popular Japanese play. This captivating print, part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, offers a glimpse into the vibrant theatrical world of Edo-period Japan.