二代目嵐璃寛宮本武蔵|Arashi Rikan II as Miyamoto Musashi

Gigadō Ashiyuki 戯画堂芦幸

1832 · Woodblock print (nishiki-e); vertical ōban · Asian Art

In a scene set in snowy hills, the noted Osaka actor Arashi Rikan II (1788–1837) plays a role inspired by the famous medieval warrior and swordsman Miyamoto Musashi (ca. 1584–1645). The hokku (17-syllable poem) by the actor reads: Yuku michi o saguri-ashi nari oborozuki Along the path I pursue, my feet find the way beneath the misty moon.

Artist

Gigadō Ashiyuki 戯画堂芦幸

Date

1832

Medium

Woodblock print (nishiki-e); vertical ōban

Culture

Japan

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Purchase, Friends of Asian Art Gifts, in honor of James C. Y. Watt, 2011