Poem by Sanjōin Onna Kurōdo Sakon- (Actor Ichikawa Danjūrō VIII as) Tokijirō Possibly 1852 - 1859

This woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada depicts the kabuki actor Ichikawa Danjūrō VIII as Tokijirō in a scene from the play "Poem by Sanjōin Onna Kurōdo Sakon." The print, likely created sometime between 1852 and 1859, shows the actor in a dramatic pose against a snowy background. Kunisada, a prolific artist of the Edo period, is known for his detailed and expressive portrayal of kabuki actors. The print showcases the vibrancy of the Edo period theatre and captures the iconic presence of the famed actor Danjūrō VIII.