Arashi Rikan II als Konoshita Tôkichi c. 1835

"Arashi Rikan II als Konoshita Tôkichi" is a woodblock print from the *ukiyo-e* tradition by Shunbaisai Hokuei. Created around 1835, it features a kabuki actor in the role of Konoshita Tôkichi, a character from a popular play. The print showcases the bold colors and dynamic composition typical of Hokuei's style, with the actor depicted in a dramatic pose, sword in hand, against a backdrop of vibrant patterned fabric. Hokuei was a short-lived artist, known for his dynamic prints of kabuki actors and other subjects. This work is a compelling example of his skill in capturing the energy and expressiveness of his subjects.