{"product_id":"canvas-print-8-10-nakamura-utaemon-iv-as-danshichi-kurobei-ukiyo-e-kabuki-art-utagawa-kunimasu-1850-japanese-woodblock-reproduction","title":"Canvas Print 8×10\" | Nakamura Utaemon IV as Danshichi Kurobei | Ukiyo-e Kabuki Art | Utagawa Kunimasu 1850 | Japanese Woodblock Reproduction","description":"Nakamura Utaemon IV as Danshichi Kurobei — Ukiyo-e Kabuki Canvas Print (8″ × 10″)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAbout the Artwork\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis canvas print reproduces a celebrated ukiyo-e woodblock print created in 1850 by Utagawa Kunimasu (歌川国升, active 1830–52), a student of the renowned Utagawa Kunisada. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe original work — a vertical chūban nishiki-e in ink and color on paper — is held in the collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York (Object No. 2011.145).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe subject is the kabuki superstar Nakamura Utaemon IV portrayed as Danshichi Kurobei (団七九郎兵衛), the iconic anti-hero of the vendetta drama Natsu Matsuri Naniwa Kagami. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nDanshichi is one of the most dramatic figures in the kabuki repertoire, traditionally depicted with an elaborate full-body tattoo — a visual signature that signals both his rough vitality and his outsider status. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn this composition, only his arms are exposed, allowing Kunimasu to suggest the tattoo motif with characteristic restraint.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nKunimasu himself remains a somewhat mysterious figure in the history of Osaka ukiyo-e. Believed to have been born into wealth, he studied print design under Kunisada in Edo before returning to Osaka, where he became an important sponsor and practitioner of regional print production.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPrint Specifications\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSize: 8″ × 10″\u003cbr\u003e\nCanvas: 1.25″ (3.18 cm) thick poly-cotton blend\u003cbr\u003e\nFabric weight: 10.15 oz.\/yd.² (344 g\/m²)\u003cbr\u003e\nFade-resistant inks\u003cbr\u003e\nHand-stretched over solid wood stretcher bars\u003cbr\u003e\nMounting brackets included\u003cbr\u003e\nSourced from US, Canada, Europe, UK, or Australia\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003cbr\u003e\nNew. This is a modern fine-art canvas reproduction. Not the original woodblock print.\u003cbr\u003e\nA Note for Collectors\u003cbr\u003e\nUkiyo-e kabuki portraits occupy a unique intersection of theatrical history and printmaking art. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nDanshichi Kurobei remains one of the most recognizable figures in the summer kabuki tradition, and Utaemon IV was among the most celebrated actors of the late Edo period. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis print offers an accessible way to bring a piece of that cultural heritage into any interior.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAge restrictions: For adults\u003cbr\u003e\nEU Warranty: 2 years\u003cbr\u003e\nOther compliance information: Meets the lead level requirements.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn compliance with the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR), \u003cb\u003eOak inc.\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eSINDEN VENTURES LIMITED\u003c\/b\u003e ensure that all consumer products offered are safe and meet EU standards. For any product safety related inquiries or concerns, please contact our EU representative at \u003cb\u003egpsr@sindenventures.com\u003c\/b\u003e. You can also write to us at \u003cb\u003e123 Main Street, Anytown, Country\u003c\/b\u003e or\u003cb\u003e Markou Evgenikou 11, Mesa Geitonia, 4002, Limassol, Cyprus.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e","brand":"Kyoto Treasure Hunt Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45805008977977,"sku":"4489908_19293","price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/6058\/1945\/files\/canvas-_in_-8x10-wall-69f9dfd13201a.jpg?v=1777983460","url":"https:\/\/kyototreasurehunt.com\/products\/canvas-print-8-10-nakamura-utaemon-iv-as-danshichi-kurobei-ukiyo-e-kabuki-art-utagawa-kunimasu-1850-japanese-woodblock-reproduction","provider":"Kyoto Treasure Hunt Japan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}