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Iwafuji, c. 1847 / 48. Creator: Utagawa Kuniyoshi
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Iwafuji, c. 1847 / 48. Creator: Utagawa Kuniyoshi
Iwafuji, c. 1847/48
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Anger Angry Brandishing Cross Dressing Drag Expression Facial Expression Female Impersonator Fury Hitting Ichiyusai Kabuki Actor Kuniyoshi Kuniyoshi Utagawa Onnagata Oyama Rage Stick Triptych Utagawa Kuniyoshi Wisteria Colour Woodblock Print Thespian Tokugawa Period
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This woodblock print, titled "Iwafuji" is a masterpiece created by the renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi during the Edo period in the mid-19th century. The print showcases a scene from kabuki theater, featuring a male actor skillfully impersonating a female character, known as an onnagata or oyama. In this vibrant artwork, we witness the actor's incredible ability to convey intense emotions through facial expressions and body language. With fury burning in his eyes and brandishing a stick, he embodies anger and rage with remarkable intensity. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every stroke of color that brings life to this dramatic moment. The composition of the print is visually striking, with wisteria flowers cascading down from above, symbolizing nature's beauty juxtaposed against human passion. This triptych format adds depth and dimensionality to the scene while capturing multiple stages of action within one frame. "Iwafuji" not only showcases Kuniyoshi's exceptional artistic skills but also provides us with insight into traditional Japanese culture and entertainment during the Tokugawa period. It serves as a reminder of how art can transcend time and space, allowing us to appreciate historical heritage even centuries later. Displayed at the Art Institute of Chicago's Asian Art collection, this woodblock print continues to captivate viewers with its powerful expressionism and cultural significance.
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