Sojuro Collection

The Actor Sawamura Sojuro III (Kinokuniya), ca. 1795. Creator: Utagawa Toyokuni I
The Actor Sawamura Sojuro III (Kinokuniya), ca. 1795

The Actor Sawamura Sojuro III in the Role of Shimada Juzaburo, from the series " Image of Actors on Stage", ca. 1795

The Actors Sawamura Sojuro III holding Sword Aloft, and Arashi Shichigoro III as Fighting Heroes, ca. 1798

Kabuki Actor Sawamura Sojuro III, from the series Portraits of Kabuki Actors on Stage (Yakusha butai no sugata-e), ca. 1794

The Actor Sawamura Sojuro III, 1794-95. Creator: Toshusai Sharaku
The Actor Sawamura Sojuro III, 1794-95

Sagawa Kikunojo III as the Courtesan Katsuragi, and Sawamura Sojuro, 1794. 1794
Sagawa Kikunojo III as the Courtesan Katsuragi, and Sawamura Sojuro, 1794

Sawamura Sojuro III as Nagoya Sanza, 1794-95. 1794-95. Creator
Sawamura Sojuro III as Nagoya Sanza, 1794-95

The Kabuki Actor Sawamura Sojuro III and Courtesans, ca. 1783-84. Creator: Torii Kiyonaga
The Kabuki Actor Sawamura Sojuro III and Courtesans, ca. 1783-84

Sawamura sAcjA'rAc [to] segawa kikunojAc, The actors Sawamura SAcjA'rAc and Segawa KikunogAc. TAcshA'sai Sharaku, active 1794, artist, [1794, printed between 1918 and 1923]

Sandaime sawamura sAcjA'rAc (no Acgishi kurando), The actor Sawamura SAcjA'rAc III in the role of AIgishi Kurando. TAcshA'sai Sharaku, active 1794, artist, [ca

Sawamura sAcjA'rAc no soga no jA'rAc to ichimura takenojAc no soga no gorAc, Sawamura Sojuro as Soga Juro and Ichimura Takenojo as Soga Goro

Sawamura SAcjA'rAc no IchihAcshi itomo Hitatinosuke Yamatogawa TomigorAc no Sukewaka Yonosuke
Sawamura SAcjA'rAc no IchihAcshi AItomo Hitatinosuke Yamatogawa TomigorAc no Sukewaka Yonosuke, Sawamura Sojuro as Ichihoshi Otomo Hitachinosuke and Yamatogawa Tomigoro as Tsukewaka Yonosuke

Sawamura sAcjA'rAc no honda, Sawamura SAcjA'rAc in the role of Honda. Katuskawa, ShunkAc, 1743-1812, artist, [178-], 1 print : woodcut, color; 31.2 x 14.6 cm

JAPAN: KABUKI ACTORS, 1794. The actors Sawamura Sojuro and Segawa Kikunogo, one in the role of a woman, in costume for a kabuki play. Color woodcut by Toshusai Sharaku, 1794

The actors Sawamura Sojuro and Segawa Kikunogo. Print shows actors Sawamura Sojuro and Segawa Kikunogo, one in the role of a woman. Date 1794, printed between 1918 and 1923

The actor Sawamura Sojuro III. Print shows the actor Sawamura Sojuro III, full-length portrait, standing, facing right. Date between 1781 and 1789

Sawamura Sojuro in the role of Honda Sawamura S?j?r? in the

The actor Sawamura Sojuro III in the role of ogishi Kurando. Date ca. 1795

The actors Sawamura Sojuro in the role of Kudo Tsuketsune and Ichikawa danzo in the role of Soga no Goro. Date between 1768 and 1770

Sawamura Sojuro as Soga Juro and Ichimura Takenojo as Soga Goro. Two actors, Sawamura Sojuro I (1689-1756) in a kneeling position and Ichimura Takenojo (standing), dancing with a tsuzumi

Sawamura Sojuro as Ichihoshi Otomo Hitachinosuke and Yamatogawa Tomigoro as Tsukewaka Yonosuke. Sawamura Sojuro and Yamatogawa Tomigoro in the role of a samurai

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Sawamura Sojuro III, a prominent kabuki actor during the late 18th century, captivated audiences with his mesmerizing performances. Known for his versatility and skill in portraying various roles, Sojuro III left an indelible mark on the world of theater. In one captivating portrait titled "The Actor Sawamura Sojuro III (Kinokuniya), " created by Utagawa Toyokuni I around 1795, we see the actor's intense gaze and commanding presence. Dressed as Shimada Juzaburo in another portrayal aptly named "The Actor Sawamura Sojuro III in the Role of Shimada Juzaburo, " he exudes strength and determination. But it is not just his striking appearance that made him famous; it was also his ability to wield a sword with precision and grace. In "The Actors Sawamura Sojuro III holding Sword Aloft, " we witness his mastery of combat alongside Arashi Shichigoro III as they engage in a fierce fight on stage. Throughout his career, Sojuro III collaborated with many talented artists who immortalized him through their artwork. Toshusai Sharaku captured his essence beautifully in a print from 1794-95 simply titled "The Actor Sawamura Sojuro III. " The intensity emanating from this piece speaks volumes about the actor's dedication to his craft. Not only did he excel at depicting male characters but also had remarkable chemistry with female performers like Sagawa Kikunojo III. Together, they brought to life enchanting scenes such as "Sagawa Kikunojo III as the Courtesan Katsuragi" where their synergy electrified the stage. Sojuro's talent extended beyond traditional samurai roles too. In "Sawamura Sojuro III as Nagoya Sanza, " we see him embodying different personas effortlessly while showcasing his range as an actor.