Actor Ichimura Kamezō as Aoto Saemon c. 1758

This "Hosoban" print by Torii Kiyomitsu depicts the actor Ichimura Kamezō as the character Aoto Saemon. Created in 1758, the print showcases the actor in a dramatic pose, wielding a sword and standing in a stylized interior. Kiyomitsu's print highlights the actor's elaborate costume and theatrical presence, offering a glimpse into the world of kabuki theater in 18th-century Japan. "Hosoban" prints were a popular genre of Japanese woodblock prints featuring actors, highlighting their role in Edo period entertainment.