Bungaro the Puppeteer
- Medium:
- Woodblock print
- Edition:
- Self-printed
- Source:
- ukiyo-e.org
Typical Price
Bungaro the Puppeteer captures one of Bunraku's master manipulators in a moment of concentrated artistry. Sekino's deep fascination with traditional puppet theater produced some of his most dynamic compositions. Prices for this artist-pulled print typically fall between $200-$600, with the theatrical subject appealing to both print and performing arts collectors.
Description
The Bunraku puppeteer Yoshida Bungoro appears here in his working identity — not on stage but in the transitional space behind it, where the craft of manipulation is visible. Sekino was fascinated by Bungoro throughout the late 1940s and into the 1950s, producing multiple prints of the master in both performance and preparation. This view of the puppeteer captures the intelligence and concentration that the art demands.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bungaro the Puppeteer was created by Jun'ichiro Sekino (関野準一郎).
Bungaro the Puppeteer uses Nishiki-e, Moku-hanga, and Kento, on woodblock print.
Bungaro the Puppeteer depicts figures, kabuki, and portraits.