Three Actors on Stage: Kumagai Naozane 1858

This triptych woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada, titled *Three Actors on Stage: Kumagai Naozane*, depicts a scene from the Kabuki play *Kumagai Jinya*. It is one of many prints by Kunisada illustrating famous actors and scenes from popular plays. The print, dated 1858, features three actors, each in a distinct pose. They are surrounded by a background of stylized clouds and a geometric pattern, typical of Japanese woodblock prints. The print is a testament to the artistry of Kunisada, a renowned artist who captured the vibrant world of Kabuki theatre with his masterful use of color and composition.