The Actor Tsutsui Kichijuro c. 1725

This woodblock print by Okumura Toshinobu, created around 1725, depicts the actor Tsutsui Kichijuro. The print is a portrait of the actor, likely in a specific role, capturing his pose and attire. The use of bold lines and vibrant colors, characteristic of ukiyo-e, emphasizes the actor's expressive features and dramatic costume. This print, now housed in The Art Institute of Chicago, is an important example of Japanese woodblock printmaking.