Who painted Portrait of Ichikawa Danjuro II as Kamakura no Gongorô?

Portrait of Ichikawa Danjuro II as Kamakura no Gongorô was painted by Furuyama Moromasa in 1736.

Where can I see Portrait of Ichikawa Danjuro II as Kamakura no Gongorô?

Portrait of Ichikawa Danjuro II as Kamakura no Gongorô is held by Art Institute of Chicago.

What movement is Portrait of Ichikawa Danjuro II as Kamakura no Gongorô?

Portrait of Ichikawa Danjuro II as Kamakura no Gongorô is associated with Ukiyo-e.

Artwork

Portrait of Ichikawa Danjuro II as Kamakura no Gongorô

Furuyama Moromasa , 1736

Portrait of Ichikawa Danjuro II as Kamakura no Gongorô is an unspecified painting by the Ukiyo-e artist Furuyama Moromasa. It dates from 1736 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of Ichikawa Danjuro II as Kamakura no Gongorô is a painting by Furuyama Moromasa, created in 1736. It is currently held at the Art Institute of Chicago.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a man, likely the actor Ichikawa Danjuro II, dressed in a dramatic costume, suggesting a theatrical performance. The character is possibly Kamakura no Gongorô, a historical or legendary figure.

Technique & Style

The subject's face is rendered with bold red and black lines, while his costume features brown and white geometric patterns. The use of bright colors and exaggerated shapes creates a striking contrast against the simple background.