Ichikawa Danjuro V as a Travelling Warrior
1784
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1784
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows a man in a warrior costume. He's Ichikawa Danjuro V, a famous actor. He was known for playing female roles, which was a unique skill in Japan at the time. The actor's expression is strong and serious. This painting gives us a glimpse into Japan's Edo period theater. You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of artist: Katsukawa Shunkō (Japanese, 1743–1812)
