No. 8, Actor Ichikawa Ennosuke II as Akutarō
- Date:
- 1951–52
- Medium:
- Woodblock print, ink and color on paper
- Format:
- Oban
- Dimensions:
- 36 × 23.5 cm
- Source:
- Minneapolis Institute of Art
Description
"No. 8, Actor Ichikawa Ennosuke II as Akutarō" is a shin-hanga portrait by Ota Masamitsu that captures the transformative art of theatrical performance.
Current Listings
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$1,200
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Frequently Asked Questions
No. 8, Actor Ichikawa Ennosuke II as Akutarō was created by Ota Masamitsu (太田雅光) in 1951–52.
No. 8, Actor Ichikawa Ennosuke II as Akutarō depicts kabuki.
No. 8, Actor Ichikawa Ennosuke II as Akutarō measures 36 × 23.5 cm (Oban format).