Actor Nakamura Utaemon V as Yodogimi 1926
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"Actor Nakamura Utaemon V as Yodogimi" is a woodblock print created by Natori Shunsen in 1926. It depicts a Kabuki actor in the role of Yodogimi, a historical figure who was the wife of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. The print is a striking example of Shunsen's masterful use of color and detail, capturing the actor's intense expression and the intricate patterns of his costume. The print is a vibrant reminder of the rich tradition of Kabuki theater in Japan, and its influence on the visual arts. This print is part of the collection of the Minneapolis Institute of Art.
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Thirteenth design of a set of 36. Based on Nakamura Utaemon V as Yodogimi in the scene Hoshiigura of the play Hototogisu kojō no rakugetsu 沓手鳥孤城落月 糒庫 (A sinking moon over the lonely castle where the cuckoo cries), performed at the Kabuki Theater, June 1925.
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