The actor Otani Oniki, pub. by Tsutaya Jusaburo, 1794

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"The actor Otani Oniji III as Yakko Edobei" is a celebrated ukiyo-e woodblock print created by the enigmatic Japanese artist Toshusai Sharaku in 1794. This work is one of the most iconic images in the genre of ukiyo-e, which flourished during the Edo period (1603-1868). Sharaku is renowned for his striking and often unflattering portraits of kabuki actors, and this particular print exemplifies his distinctive style and keen observational skills.

The print depicts the actor Otani Oniji III in the role of Yakko Edobei, a villainous henchman, from the kabuki play "Koi Nyōbō Somewake Tazuna." Sharaku's portrayal captures the intense and menacing expression of the character, with exaggerated facial features that convey a sense of dramatic tension. The actor's grimace, bulging eyes, and claw-like hands are rendered with bold lines and a stark contrast of light and shadow, highlighting the emotional intensity of the performance.

Published by Tsutaya Jusaburo, a prominent publisher of ukiyo-e prints, this work is part of a series of actor portraits that Sharaku produced during his brief but prolific career, which lasted only about ten months. Despite the short span of his activity, Sharaku's works left a lasting impact on the art world, influencing both his contemporaries and later generations of artists.

The print is notable not only for its artistic merit but also for its historical significance. It provides a glimpse into the world of kabuki theater and the cultural milieu of Edo-period Japan. Sharaku's ability to capture the essence of his subjects with such vividness and psychological depth has led to his recognition as one of the great masters of ukiyo-e, despite the mystery surrounding his true identity and the reasons for his sudden disappearance from the art scene.

Today, "The actor Otani Oniji III as Yakko Edobei" is held in high esteem and is part of several major art collections around the world, including the Tokyo National Museum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. It continues to be studied and admired for its unique contribution to the art of portraiture and its enduring representation of the kabuki theater tradition.

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