Ōta MASAMITSU
(1892 – 1975)
Nakamura Kichiemon I as warrior Katô Kiyomasa
Nakamura Kichiemon I (1886-1954) was a leading kabuki actor of the first half of the 20th century. He had a strong interest in the historical figure, Katô Kiyomasa (1562-1611), one of Japan’s most famous commanders during a time of civil war. Kichieimon created several new plays in which he acts as Kiyomasa.
Series: Showa butai sugata (Figures of the Showa Stage)
Signature: Artist’s Signature and Seal
Printer: Miyake Kōshodō
Date: Showa 30, 1955
Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Size: Ôban
Series: Showa butai sugata (Figures of the Showa Stage)
Signature: Artist’s Signature and Seal
Printer: Miyake Kōshodō
Date: Showa 30, 1955
Original Japanese Woodblock Print, Size: Ôban
Inventory No. F094
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