Kabuki Actor Ichikawa Monnosuke II by Katsukawa Shun'ei

Kabuki Actor Ichikawa Monnosuke II 1783 - 1803

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quirky illustration

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childish illustration

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cartoon like

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asian-art

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japan

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cartoon sketch

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wedding around the world

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men

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This woodblock print, "Kabuki Actor Ichikawa Monnosuke II", by the artist Katsukawa Shun'ei, is a vibrant example of the ukiyo-e genre, which flourished in Edo-period Japan. Depicting a famous kabuki actor, the print captures the dynamic energy of the theater with vivid colors, detailed costumes, and dramatic composition. The actor's pose, with his sword drawn and his gaze intense, conveys both power and theatricality. This is a classic example of how ukiyo-e prints could capture the essence of Japanese popular culture.

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