{"product_id":"1864-ichikawa-gonjuro-kabuki-scene-by-toyohara-kunichika-approximately-36x24cm","title":"1864 \"Ichikawa Gonjūrō Kabuki Scene\" by Toyohara Kunichika (Approximately 36X24CM)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"592\"\u003eThis original 1864 ukiyo-e woodblock print by Toyohara Kunichika (1835–1900) depicts the Kabuki actor Ichikawa Gonjūrō in a dramatic role. Kunichika was one of the leading artists of Meiji-era actor prints, known for his bold compositions and expressive portrayals of stage performers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"984\"\u003eThe figure is shown in a dynamic pose set against a striking red background adorned with cherry blossoms, emphasizing theatrical intensity. His elaborate kimono features a vivid design of swimming carp (koi) among stylized waves, a symbolically rich and visually powerful motif. The actor’s name appears in the vertical cartouche to the left, a typical identifying feature in Kabuki prints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003eThis is an ōban-size nishiki-e (full-color woodblock print), approximately 36 x 24 cm, and was originally issued as the right-hand panel of a triptych. The use of multiple carved blocks for each color highlights the craftsmanship and layering characteristic of high-quality Edo-period printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1397\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eA strong example of Kunichika’s early work, ideal for collectors of Kabuki-themed ukiyo-e and Japanese theater art.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Echoes of Edo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47888098918659,"sku":null,"price":6500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5965\/1587\/files\/s-l1600-2026-03-30T201534.433.webp?v=1774869472","url":"https:\/\/echoesofedo.com\/products\/1864-ichikawa-gonjuro-kabuki-scene-by-toyohara-kunichika-approximately-36x24cm","provider":"Echoes of Edo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}