The fifth month, Gorô Tokimune (original title on object), Parodies of the twelve months (original series title on object), Kabuki actor Ichikawa Danjurô VIII in the role of Soga no Gorô Tokimune, depicted on the side of a square lantern. The characteristic red lines on the actor's face underline the righteous character of the person depicted as well as his strength and passion. The blooming irises next to the lantern indicate that it is the fifth month., print, print maker: Utagawa Kunisada (I), (mentioned on object), publisher: Kagaya Yasubei, (mentioned on object), Japan, Sep-1852, paper

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