Morita Kanya XIII as the Lion in Shakkyo
十三代目守田勘弥の石橋の獅子
- Date:
- 1926
- Medium:
- Color woodblock print
- Publisher:
- Watanabe Shozaburo
Typical Price
The Shakkyo (Stone Bridge) lion dance is one of kabuki's most spectacular and visually dramatic roles, featuring a wild mane of hair and vigorous movement. Morita Kanya XIII's energetic performance translates powerfully into Shunsen's print. The visual dynamism of this design makes it one of the more popular Nigao-e Shu compositions. Lifetime editions command $1,200-$2,800; reprints sell for $500-$1,200.
Description
From the series Thirty-six Portraits of Actors. Shows Morita Kanya XIII performing the lion dance from the Noh-derived kabuki piece Renjishi (Stone Bridge), with the dramatic white lion mane flowing.
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