Nezame, from the series "Pictures of No Performances (Nogaku Zue)" 1898

"Nezame", meaning "Awakening", is a woodblock print by Tsukioka Kôgyo from his series "Pictures of No Performances (Nogaku Zue)". This print, created in 1898, depicts two figures in traditional Japanese attire. The central figure, seated and adorned with a long white beard, is likely a character from a Noh play. The other figure, bowing in the foreground, seems to be a demon, possibly a representation of the play's antagonist. The intricate details of the costumes and the use of bright colors add to the visual appeal of this artwork.