Ichikawa Danjūrō VII (1791–1859) in the Role of Konoshita Tokichi from the Scene "Mountain Gate" in the Play Yakko Yakko Edo Hanayari 1819

This woodblock print, "Ichikawa Danjūrō VII (1791–1859) in the Role of Konoshita Tokichi from the Scene 'Mountain Gate' in the Play Yakko Yakko Edo Hanayari," by Utagawa Kunisada (1786-1865), depicts the famed kabuki actor Ichikawa Danjūrō VII in a scene from a play. The print, created in 1819, showcases Danjūrō VII in the role of Konoshita Tokichi, a character known for his strength and resourcefulness, as he makes his way through a mountain pass. Kunisada's use of vibrant colors and dynamic lines beautifully capture the energy of this popular kabuki actor and the theatrical moment. This print is a testament to the enduring popularity of kabuki theater in 19th-century Japan and the artistic prowess of Utagawa Kunisada.