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The Actor Nakamura Gentaro as a woman playing battledore and shuttlecock, c. 1704
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The Actor Nakamura Gentaro as a woman playing battledore and shuttlecock, c. 1704
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Battledore Cross Dressing Drag Female Impersonator Game Kabuki Kabuki Actor Kiyomasu I Torii Kiyomasu Torii Kyomasu I O Oban Sumizuri E Onnagata Oyama Shuttlecock Torii Kiyomasu Torii Kiyomasu I Pastime
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This photo print, titled "The Actor Nakamura Gentaro as a woman playing battledore and shuttlecock, c. 1704" takes us back to the vibrant world of Edo period Japan. Created by Torii Kiyomasu I, a renowned artist of that era, this woodblock print showcases the artistry and theatricality of kabuki. In this image, we see Nakamura Gentaro skillfully transforming himself into a female character through onnagata (female impersonation) in kabuki theater. Dressed in exquisite traditional attire with intricate details, he embodies grace and elegance while engaging in a game of battledore and shuttlecock. The attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke captured by Kiyomasu's masterful printing technique. As we delve deeper into the scene depicted here, we are transported to an era where entertainment was not only about amusement but also an expression of cultural heritage. This artwork serves as a testament to the rich history and legacy of Japanese performing arts. Displayed at the Art Institute Chicago's Arts of Asia gallery, this piece invites viewers to appreciate both the technical prowess involved in woodblock printing and the profound storytelling inherent within kabuki theater. It reminds us that art has always been intertwined with society throughout centuries past. "The Actor Nakamura Gentaro as a woman playing battledore and shuttlecock" stands as an enduring symbol of artistic excellence from 18th-century Japan—a visual representation that transcends time and continues to capt
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