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Actor as a travelling showman, 1792 (woodblock print on paper)
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Actor as a travelling showman, 1792 (woodblock print on paper)
6437434 Actor as a travelling showman, 1792 (woodblock print on paper) by Shunsho, Katsukawa (1726-93); 30.7x14.3 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent, UK; (add.info.: With portable puppet show (two men clashing symbols). Three-colour print, red-brown, pink and yellow. Stands under autumnal Maple shedding leaves. Rock and leafless bush to the left. Publisher: Ichimura Uzaemon.); © Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery
Media ID 25187156
© Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery / Bridgeman Images
Edo Period Edo Period 1603 1868 Kabuki Maple Maples Marionette Puppet Tokugawa Period Woodblock
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This woodblock print from 1792, titled "Actor as a travelling showman" transports us back to the vibrant world of Edo period Japan. Created by Katsukawa Shunsho, a renowned artist of the time, this print measures 30.7x14.3 cm and is housed in the Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery in Kent, UK. In this scene, we see an actor portraying a travelling showman with his portable puppet show. Two men clash symbols while manipulating marionettes on strings, captivating their audience with their skillful performance. The print is rendered in three striking colors - red-brown, pink, and yellow - which bring life to the autumnal setting. The backdrop features a majestic maple tree shedding its leaves against a rocky landscape and leafless bush to the left. This attention to detail showcases Shunsho's mastery of capturing nature's beauty within his artwork. Published by Ichimura Uzaemon, this woodblock print exemplifies the rich cultural heritage of Japan during the Tokugawa period (1603-1868). It offers us a glimpse into both traditional Japanese theater and visual arts practices. As we admire this exquisite piece from centuries past, let it serve as a reminder of how art can transcend time and space – connecting us to different cultures and historical periods through its enduring beauty.
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