Segawa Kikunojo V as Onnagata
- Artist
- Utagawa Toyokuni II
- Date
- c.1820
- Style
- Ukiyo-e
- Genre
- Genre painting
'Segawa Kikunojo V as Onnagata' by Utagawa Toyokuni II, created circa 1820, exemplifies the refined artistry of Ukiyo-e, a genre celebrated for its vibrant woodblock prints and paintings. Toyokuni II, a master of this tradition, captures the celebrated actor Segawa Kikunojo V portraying an onnagata, a male actor specializing in female roles in Kabuki theater. The work embodies elements of genre painting, depicting scenes from daily life and popular culture with meticulous detail and stylized elegance. This piece reflects the fusion of theatrical portraiture and Ukiyo-e’s characteristic bold lines, rich colors, and expressive composition.
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