Poem by Kiyowara Motosuke- (Actor Ichikawa Danzō VI as) the Hunter Shibaroku by Utagawa Kunisada

Poem by Kiyowara Motosuke- (Actor Ichikawa Danzō VI as) the Hunter Shibaroku Possibly 1852

print, ink, color-on-paper

toned paper

water colours

pastel soft colours

print

japan

handmade artwork painting

paste-up

ink

color-on-paper

spray can art

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

cartoon carciture

watercolor

This woodblock print, *Poem by Kiyowara Motosuke- (Actor Ichikawa Danzō VI as) the Hunter Shibaroku*, is a classic example of *ukiyo-e* artwork by Utagawa Kunisada. The print features actor Ichikawa Danzō VI in the role of the hunter Shibaroku. The detailed portrayal of the actor in costume, against a backdrop of natural scenery, was a common theme in Kunisada's work. It reflects the popularity of kabuki theater and the appreciation for the art of acting in 19th-century Japan. The print's vibrant colors and dynamic composition are characteristic of Kunisada's style, making it a compelling piece for art enthusiasts.