Ichikawa Collection (#3)

Ichikawa Monnosuke II. Print shows the actor Ichikawa Monnosuke II, full-length portrait, facing left, standing on snow-covered veranda. Date 177-, printed later

The actor Ichikawa Yaozo III. Print shows the actor Ichikawa Yaozo III, bust portrait, facing left. Date 1795

Sanogawa Ichimatsu III in the role of the courtesan Onnayo of Gion and Ichikawa Tomieimon in the role of Kanisaka Toma. Date ca. 1795

The actors Segawa Kikunojo and Ichikawa Yaozo

Ichikawa Yaozo III in the role of Fuwa no Banzaemon and Sakata Hangoro III in the role of Kosodate no Kannonbo. Print shows actors Ichikawa Yaozo III and Sakata Hangoro III. Date ca. 1795

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Ichikawa Ebizo as Takemura Sadanoshin. Print shows actor Ichikawa Ebizo, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing left, in the role of Takemura Sandanoshin. Date 1794

The actor Ichikawa Danjuro in the role of Kaya no Sanpei, also known as Yomei Soga Dozaburo. Date between 1825 and 1834

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

The actors Ichikawa Danjuro and Ichikawa Monnosuke

The actor Ichikawa Danjuro in the role of Sukeroku. Date between 1751 and 1760

Ichikawa Yaozo III in the role of Yoshida-ya Kizaemon. Print shows Ichikawa Yaozo III, a kabuki actor, full-length portrait, standing, facing left, holding a fan

The actor Ichikawa Ebizo in the role of Shinozuka breaking through the barrier. Date 173-

The actor Ichikawa Dannosuke in the role of Tsunajo. Print shows the actor Ichikawa Dannosuke as Tsunajo sitting beneath a tree, facing left. Date between 1809 and 1813

The actors Ichikawa Ebizo and Nakamura Denkuro and Ichikawa Yaozo. Date between 1744 and 1755

Ichikawa Omezo and Sawamura Gennosuke crossing Azuma Bridge. Print shows the actors Ichikawa Omezo and Sawamura Gennosuke walking across the Azuma Bridge, with two porters nearby

The actor Ichikawa Danjuro VII in the role Konoju of Ebiza. Print shows the actor Ichikawa Danjuro VII, full-length, sitting on a bench, wearing geta, facing right, holding a pipe

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Ichikawa Ebizo. The actor Ichikawa Ebizo, full-length, standing on stage, holding a cannon. Date between 1736 and 1741

The actor Ichikawa Monnosuke. Full-length depiction of actor Ichikawa Monnosuke with sword in the Thunder God pose. Date between 1772 and 1781

Ichikawa Danjuro VIII in the role of Kaja Yoshitaka. Full-length portrait of the actor Ichikawa Danj-ro VIII in a scene from the play Raigo ajari kaisoden. Date 1854

The actors Seki Sanjuro, Ichikawa Danjuro, and Iwai Hanshiro. Date between 1818 and 1830

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Ichikawa, a name that resonates with the rich history and vibrant artistry of Japanese theater. From Toshusai Sharaku's iconic portrayal Danjuro VII as Konoshita Tokichi to Hokusai's mesmerizing depiction Ebizo (Danjuro V) disguised as Yamagatsu, these captivating images transport us to a world where actors bring characters to life. In one frame, we witness the elegance and grace Monnosuke II in a female role, delicately holding an incense burner. The colors of the woodblock print seem to dance around him, capturing his essence as he embodies this character. The legacy continues with Ichikawa Danjuro I immortalized by Hokusai himself. This late 18th-early 19th-century portrait exudes power and intensity, reminding us why this actor is hailed as one of the greats. From historical dramas to comedic performances, each actor leaves their mark on stage. Take for instance Ichikawa Ebizo IV as Takemura Sadanojo in "Koinyobo Somewake Tazuna, " his presence commanding attention and evoking emotions from the audience. Collaborations between actors also create magic on stage. In "Kameo, " we see Ichikawa Komazo II alongside Iwai Kumesaburo in roles that complement each other perfectly. Their chemistry brings depth and authenticity to their performance. Not limited to paintings alone, Torii Kiyonobu I captures an actor wearing a Danjuro mon (crest), showcasing not only their talent but also their status within the theatrical world, and is through such portraits that we glimpse into the lives behind these larger-than-life characters. Torii Kiyonaga transports us further into this world with his vivid scene from a drama set in 1788.