Album of Kabuki Theatre Actors in their Roles Artists
2nd half of 18th century
Katsukawa Shunkô
These portraits of actors with expressive faces offer a precious glimpse of kabuki theatre in Japan during the Edo period. Featuring stylised drama, this stage art became a favourite leisure activity and a popular subject for Japanese prints.
Artist: Katsukawa Shunkô |
Title: Album of Kabuki Theatre Actors in their Roles Artists |
Geography: Japan |
Date: 2nd half of 18th century |
Medium: ink and colours paper |
Classification: graphic arts (drawing, painting, engraving, calligraphy) |
Dimensions: 31 x 13.5 cm |
Inventory number: LAD 2013.046 |
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