Who painted Ichikawa Danjuro V as a Travelling Warrior?

Ichikawa Danjuro V as a Travelling Warrior was painted by Katsukawa Shunkō in 1784.

Where can I see Ichikawa Danjuro V as a Travelling Warrior?

Ichikawa Danjuro V as a Travelling Warrior is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Ichikawa Danjuro V as a Travelling Warrior?

Ichikawa Danjuro V as a Travelling Warrior is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Ichikawa Danjuro V as a Travelling Warrior

Katsukawa Shunkō , 1784

Ichikawa Danjuro V as a Travelling Warrior is a print by the Romanticist artist Katsukawa Shunkō. It dates from 1784 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Ichikawa Danjuro V was a talented onnagata (female impersonator) and writer.

Accession no.: 1921.322
Credit line: Gift from J. H. Wade

About this work

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)