Eizo and Matsuomaru depicts characters from a traditional Japanese narrative, rendered in Sekino's distinctive bold graphic style. The print was entirely designed, carved, and pulled by the artist in a limited numbered edition. Market values typically range from $250-$800.
An earlier treatment of the "Eizō and Matsuomaru" kabuki scene, this color woodblock from 1948 (though titled 1953 in some records) represents one of Sekino's first sustained engagements with the theatrical subject he would revisit throughout his career. The color version deploys the rich costuming of kabuki — the formal patterns and lacquered black of warrior dress — as both aesthetic subject and emotional symbol.
Curated cross-cuts that include this print.
Eizo and Matsuomaru was created by Jun'ichiro Sekino (関野準一郎) in 1953.
Eizo and Matsuomaru uses Nishiki-e, Moku-hanga, and Kento, on color woodblock print.
Eizo and Matsuomaru depicts figures, kabuki, and warriors.
Eizo and Matsuomaru measures 66.8 × 55.5 cm.
