A Line-up of top stars 1863

"A Line-up of Top Stars" is a Japanese woodblock print from 1863 by the renowned artist Utagawa Kunisada, also known as Utagawa Toyokuni III. The print features four figures from Kabuki theater, a popular form of Japanese musical drama. Kunisada, famous for his actor prints, captured the vibrant costumes and dramatic poses of the actors in this captivating scene. The print's lively colors and bold lines are typical of the ukiyo-e style, which flourished during the Edo period. The print showcases the artistic and cultural significance of kabuki in 19th-century Japan.