Sawamura Sojuro III and Arashi Murajiro as Kusunoki Masatsura and Koto no Naishi
1786
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1786
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This print shows two actors in traditional Japanese theater costumes. One holds a black umbrella, wearing a dark kimono with white polka dots. The other stands beside a wooden fence, dressed in a light robe with floral patterns and a sword at his side. Both have serious expressions and are posed as if in a scene. The background includes Japanese writing and simple landscape lines, adding to the stage-like setting. The actors’ outfits and props suggest a story from history or drama. Next, look up The Cleveland Museum of Art to see more works like this.
