Sunday, 28 June 2020

Danjuro V as a townsman

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Female Beauty was not the major theme of ukiyo-e prints. Actors were another favorite topic.

This is Danjuro V playing an Edo townsman depicted by Shunsho.

Despite the loose trousers and lack of sandals he is wearing a quite fashionable at the time over kimono, obi knotted in a male style, and stylish accessories. 

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