Hinazuru of Naka Ogi-ya as an Onna Jittoku 1815 - 1835

This 19th-century woodblock print, "Hinazuru of Naka Ogi-ya as an Onna Jittoku," by Yanagawa Shigenobu depicts a kabuki actor in a richly patterned kimono and elaborate hairpiece. The work exemplifies the "bijin-ga" genre, which focuses on the beauty of women and actors, and showcases the artist's skill in capturing the elegance of traditional Japanese clothing and stage performances. The print is a vibrant example of the flourishing woodblock printing tradition during the Edo period in Japan.