An Ivory Okimono Depicting A Kabuki Actor In The Role Of Benkei, Signed Kanemitsu
An ivory okimonodepicting a kabuki actor in the role of Benkei, dressed as a yamabushi in the play “Kanjinchō”.
In the kabuki performance, the scroll in his hands is a fictitious parchment that Benkei reads to deceive a border guard and allow Yoshitsune’s escape. The character is sculpted with an intense expression and wears rich clothing, including a kimono decorated with geometric patterns. The posture, slightly leaning forward, combined with the expression, conveys a strong dramatic tension, capturing a moment of great intensity.
The signature ‘Kanemitsu’ is engraved on the base.
Period: Meiji late 19th century
Dimensions: 10 x 5,6 x 4,5 cm.
Condition report: Very good condition.
In the kabuki performance, the scroll in his hands is a fictitious parchment that Benkei reads to deceive a border guard and allow Yoshitsune’s escape. The character is sculpted with an intense expression and wears rich clothing, including a kimono decorated with geometric patterns. The posture, slightly leaning forward, combined with the expression, conveys a strong dramatic tension, capturing a moment of great intensity.
The signature ‘Kanemitsu’ is engraved on the base.
Period: Meiji late 19th century
Dimensions: 10 x 5,6 x 4,5 cm.
Condition report: Very good condition.
1 200 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Ivory
Width: 5,6 cm
Height: 10 cm
Depth: 4,5 cm
Reference (ID): 1837610
Availability: In stock
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