Gallery 14: Miniature Fan Prints

Unidentified Role in an Unidentified Play

The woodblock prints in this gallery are miniatures printed in the ogi (folding fan) shaped format. Each depicts a kabuki role. Although the images may refer to a specific actor, they are more likely idealized depictions of the character. Despite their small size, they were elaborately printed with metal pigments and used over 10 impressions per image. Each print is approximately 13.0 cm in width and 6.4 cm in height. These date from the 1900s to the 1920s. The artist has not been identified.

The role of Hangan Yoshitsune in the play Kanjincho

Unidentified Role in an Unidentified Play

The role of Togashi Saemon in the play Kanjincho

The role of Musashibô Benkei in the play Kanjincho

The role of Soga Gorô Tokimune in the play Yanone

Unidentified Role in an Unidentified Play

Unidentified Role in an Unidentified Play

Unidentified Role in an Unidentified Play