The Actors Ichimura Kamezo I as Yosaku and Arashi Tominosuke I as Koman c. 1754
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"The Actors Ichimura Kamezo I as Yosaku and Arashi Tominosuke I as Koman" is a woodblock print by the Japanese artist Torii Kiyomasu II, dating back to c. 1754. This ukiyo-e (literally "pictures of the floating world") depicts two kabuki actors in costume, capturing the vibrant world of Japanese theatre. Ichimura Kamezo I, a renowned kabuki actor of the time, is portrayed as Yosaku, while Arashi Tominosuke I, another well-known actor, embodies Koman. Kiyomasu's meticulous detail and the use of vivid colors bring the characters to life, offering a glimpse into the popular entertainment of 18th-century Japan. The print is currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago.
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