Ichikawa Yaozo lll in the Role of Takebe Genzo and Iwai Kiyotaro in the Role of Tonami by Utagawa Toyokuni I

Ichikawa Yaozo lll in the Role of Takebe Genzo and Iwai Kiyotaro in the Role of Tonami 1796

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fine art illustration

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cartoon like

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cartoon based

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print

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asian-art

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caricature

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japan

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flat colour

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wedding around the world

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watercolour illustration

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cartoon style

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cartoon carciture

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portrait art

This ukiyo-e woodblock print, created by Utagawa Toyokuni I in 1796, depicts the renowned Kabuki actors Ichikawa Yaozo III and Iwai Kiyotaro in character. Toyokuni I, a prominent artist in the Edo period, captured the essence of the actors' roles as Takebe Genzo and Tonami respectively, showcasing their dramatic poses and expressions. This artwork is a testament to Toyokuni's mastery of capturing the theatrical energy and vibrant world of the Kabuki stage.

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