This portrait of Nakamura Kichiemon as a kabuki performer emphasizes the actor's stage presence rather than his private persona. Sekino designed, carved, and printed the entire edition himself. Typical prices range from $400-$1,200, and the crossover appeal between print and theater collecting supports robust demand.
A 1947 color woodblock portrait of Nakamura Kichiemon I in his kabuki role, showing the actor in the heightened, stylized presentation of the stage rather than in private life. Kichiemon's skill at portraying both the warrior and domestic dramatic types made him the most versatile kabuki actor of his generation, and Sekino's color version of the portrait deploys the rich pigments of traditional stage costume.
歌舞伎
Woodblock print
1955
Woodblock print
1928
Color lithograph
1930
Color lithograph
Curated cross-cuts that include this print.
Portrait of Nakamura Kichiemon, Kabuki Actor was created by Jun'ichiro Sekino (関野準一郎) in 1947.
Portrait of Nakamura Kichiemon, Kabuki Actor uses Nishiki-e, Moku-hanga, and Kento, on color woodblock print.
Portrait of Nakamura Kichiemon, Kabuki Actor depicts kabuki and portraits.
Portrait of Nakamura Kichiemon, Kabuki Actor measures 48.8 × 59.1 cm.
