Onoe Kikugorô II in de rol van Sugawara no Michizane 1820

"Onoe Kikugorô II in de rol van Sugawara no Michizane" is an ukiyo-e print by Ukiyo Shigekatsu from 1820. The print depicts the famous Kabuki actor Onoe Kikugorô II in the role of Sugawara no Michizane, a celebrated scholar and poet of the Heian period. The actor is dressed in formal robes, signifying the noble status of the character he is portraying. The print's stark composition emphasizes the actor's imposing figure and the seriousness of the role. The use of bold lines and striking colors reflects the dynamic and expressive nature of the kabuki theatre. The text surrounding the figure provides context and highlights the popularity of this actor and play during the Edo period. This print is a testament to the artistic and cultural richness of the ukiyo-e tradition and the influential role that kabuki theatre played in Japanese society.