Konami of Kurahashi-ya 1815 - 1835

"Konami of Kurahashi-ya" is a woodblock print created by the prolific Japanese artist Yanagawa Shigenobu between 1815 and 1835. The print depicts a kabuki actress, Konami, adorned in elaborate costume and accessories, holding a fan and a long, slender object. The intricate details of Konami’s clothing, including the layered fabrics and vibrant colors, are characteristic of ukiyo-e, a style of Japanese woodblock printing that flourished during the Edo period (1603-1868). This particular piece, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, is a testament to Shigenobu's artistry and captures the vibrant world of Edo-era theater.