{"product_id":"toyohara-kunichika-1835-1900-parody-of-six-brave-women-warriors-ukiyo-e-1884-woodblock-meji-period","title":"Toyohara Kunichika (1835–1900) - Parody of Six Brave Women Warriors, Triptych, Ukiyo-e 1884 Woodblock, Meji Period","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis ukiyo-e triptych is titled \"Parody of Six Brave Women Warriors\" (Mitate Meifu Roku-yūsen), created by the celebrated artist Toyohara Kunichika (1835–1900) in 1884. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtwork Identification\u003cbr\u003eArtist: Toyohara Kunichika\u003cbr\u003eTitle: Parody of Six Brave Women Warriors (Mitate Meifu Roku-yūsen)\u003cbr\u003eDate: 1884 (Meiji era)\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Oban tate-e (vertical) woodblock triptych  (3 single sheets, 36cm x 24cm each).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vibrant Meiji-era triptych is a mitate-e (parody or comparison print) that features six prominent Kabuki actors of the day portraying legendary female figures known for their bravery and skill. Kunichika, the undisputed master of actor prints (yakusha-e), captures the theatrical intensity of the performers against a striking red \"hemp leaf\" (asanoha) patterned background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Figures \u0026amp; Actors (Left to Right):\u003cbr\u003eLeft Panel: Nakamura Fukusuke IV as Yamabuki Gozen and Onoe Kikugoro V as Sarashina-hime.\u003cbr\u003eCenter Panel: Ichikawa Danjuro IX as Tomoe Gozen (seen pulling a violet kimono over armor) and Nakamura Shikan IV as Hangaku.\u003cbr\u003eRight Panel: Suketakaya Kosuke IV as Shizuka Gozen (holding a fan) and Ichikawa Sadanji I as Oiko. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor Palette: Features the bold use of imported German aniline dyes, particularly the deep reds and vivid purples characteristic of Kunichika’s later Meiji period work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposition: The figures are arranged in a \"wide-screen\" theatrical style, with intricate detailing on the textile patterns of the kimonos and armor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorical Context: This series reflects the Meiji era's \"enlightenment\" period, where traditional samurai-class values were being reimagined through popular theater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 72cm x 36cm (3 separate sheets, 36cm x 24cm each).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"le chateau shop @ chateau trebesice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56333792051526,"sku":null,"price":8000.0,"currency_code":"CZK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/5980\/1414\/files\/WhatsAppImage2026-03-06at10.52.09vyrez.jpg?v=1775655173","url":"https:\/\/lechateaushop.eu\/products\/toyohara-kunichika-1835-1900-parody-of-six-brave-women-warriors-ukiyo-e-1884-woodblock-meji-period","provider":"le chateau shop   @ chateau trebesice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}