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utagawa kunisada
Utagawa Kunisada was an outstanding Japanese artist, printmaker, and book illustrator, and one of the greatest masters of the ukiyo-e tradition. Active during the Edo period, he created vibrant prints that captured the everyday life of Japan at the time. His style is distinguished by dynamic compositions, expressive figures, and a rich color palette. The main themes of his work include theatrical scenes, portraits of kabuki actors, sumo wrestlers, and depictions of elegant geishas.
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Kunisada began his apprenticeship with Utagawa Toyokuni in 1800, but soon surpassed his teacher in skill. Among his most famous works are the series Fifty-Three Stations of the Tōkaidō: Inspired by Famous Pictures and his “large-head portraits” (ōkubi-e). He became one of the most popular and commercially successful ukiyo-e masters of his time. Today, his works are preserved in renowned collections such as the British Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.
Utagawa Kunisada’s prints capture the brilliance of Japanese printmaking in the Edo period. Add true gems of ukiyo-e art to your collection with a digital reproduction of his works. Explore the legacy of this remarkable artist in our catalog and find the perfect print to enrich your home or office.
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