The Actor Arashi Otohachi I as Hotei Ichiemon in the Play Ayatsuri Kabuki Ogi, Performed... c.1768. Creator: Shunsho

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The Actor Arashi Otohachi I as Hotei Ichiemon in the Play Ayatsuri Kabuki Ogi, Performed... c.1768. Creator: Shunsho

The Actor Arashi Otohachi I as Hotei Ichiemon in the Play Ayatsuri Kabuki Ogi, Performed at the Nakamura Theater in the Seventh Month, 1768, Japan, c. 1768

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This woodblock print, created by the renowned artist Shunsho, showcases Arashi Otohachi I in his role as Hotei Ichiemon in the Kabuki play "Ayatsuri Kabuki Ogi," performed at the Nakamura Theater in the seventh month of 1768 in Japan. Hotei Ichiemon is a humble and jovial character from Japanese folklore, often depicted as a bald, hunchbacked man with a large belly and a rosary around his neck. In this print, Otohachi masterfully embodies the essence of Hotei, clad in traditional Edo Period apparel. His outfit includes a colorful, flowing kimono, a pair of geta (wooden clogs), and a distinctive carriage boot. The intricate details of his clothing, from the bold patterns to the delicate folds, are expertly captured through the art of block printing. The artist, Shunsho, was a prominent figure in the Katsukawa School, known for his exceptional ability to bring characters to life through his art. This print is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of Japan during the eighteenth century, providing a glimpse into the world of Kabuki theater and the fashion of the time. The image, with its striking contrasts and bold outlines, invites us to explore the captivating world of Japanese drama and the intriguing characters that graced the stages of the past.

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