Acteurs Nakamura Utaemon I en Arashi Hinaji in het toneelstuk Kiyomizu Seigen 1769

This ukiyo-e print, created by Ippitsusai Bunchō in 1769, depicts the actors Nakamura Utaemon I and Arashi Hinaji performing in the play Kiyomizu Seigen. The print is a testament to the popularity of kabuki theatre in Edo-period Japan. Bunchō’s detailed and expressive style captures the dynamism of the actors’ movements and the drama of the scene. The print is notable for its vibrant colors and the use of a variety of textures to create a sense of depth. "Acteurs Nakamura Utaemon I en Arashi Hinaji in het toneelstuk Kiyomizu Seigen" is a prime example of a Japanese woodblock print, a popular art form during the Edo period.