Who painted Design for Fan-shaped Print of Kabuki Theater?

Design for Fan-shaped Print of Kabuki Theater was painted by Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide in 1850.

Where can I see Design for Fan-shaped Print of Kabuki Theater?

Design for Fan-shaped Print of Kabuki Theater is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Design for Fan-shaped Print of Kabuki Theater?

Design for Fan-shaped Print of Kabuki Theater is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Design for Fan-shaped Print of Kabuki Theater

Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide , 1850

Design for Fan-shaped Print of Kabuki Theater is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. This drawing by Utagawa Sadahide, dated to 1850, is a design for a fan-shaped print depicting a kabuki theater scene.

About this work

Overview

This drawing by Utagawa Sadahide, dated to 1850, is a design for a fan-shaped print depicting a kabuki theater scene. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing captures a lively kabuki performance, with actors on stage under a canopy and musicians at the rear. The audience is densely packed, with spectators in both seated and standing areas, reflecting the popularity of kabuki theater in Japan during this period.

Technique & Style

The artist has densely populated the scene with intricate details, rendering each face in the crowd distinctively while maintaining a sense of vibrancy. The composition is framed by a curved border, evoking the shape of a fan.

Artist & collection

Artist

Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide

Utagawa Sadahide , also known as Gountei Sadahide, was a Japanese artist best known for his prints in the ukiyo-e style as a member of the Utagawa school.