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Nishimura Shigenaga

The actor Sanjô Kantarô as a tea-seller, Edo period, Japan, c1720-c1730. The onnagata (female impersonator) Sanjô Kantarô plays the Kabuki role of a seller of Uji tea carrying her portable stall. The print is hand coloured in shades of red, pink and purple, all now somewhat faded. Glossy glue has been applied to the black over-kimono to give the effect of lacquer and there are sprinklings of brass dust on the obi sash, the butterfly crest on the sleeve and the lid of the kettle. Kantarô has slipped off the right sleeve of the over-kimono to show off the elaborate under-kimono patterned with designs of waves and chrysanthemums. The overall elegance of the figure, especially the cocked little finger, suggests the he may be playing the role of some famous beauty in humble disguise. The tea implements are also drawn with great care, and we can see clearly all the details of the brazier and kettle with bamboo tea-scoop, tea jar, water pot and small cups. JA, 1906.12-20.049

Location British Museum/London/Great Britain

Unique Identifier ART211443

Type Image

Purpose Public

Size 2481px × 4885px

Photo Credit Erich Lessing / Art Resource, NY

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