Yamashina Shirojuro in the Role of Nagoya Sanzaemon 1795

This ukiyo-e woodblock print, created in 1795 by Tōshūsai Sharaku, depicts the Kabuki actor Yamashina Shirojurō in the role of Nagoya Sanzaemon. The print's expressive details, like the actor's intense gaze and the intricate floral pattern on his robe, capture the dynamic energy of the Kabuki theater. The sharp lines and dramatic composition are characteristic of Sharaku's brief but impactful career, which left a lasting mark on the history of Japanese art. The print is currently held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.