Japan: 'Ichikawa Kuzo II as Yasuno Heibei'. Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1 January 1798 - 14 April 1861), c. 1847-1852. Utagawa Kuniyoshi was one of the last great masters of the Japanese ukiyo-e style of woodblock prints and painting. He is associated with the Utagawa school. The range of Kuniyoshi's preferred subjects included many genres: landscapes, beautiful women, Kabuki actors, cats, and mythical animals. He is known for depictions of the battles of samurai and legendary heroes. His artwork was affected by Western influences in landscape painting and caricature.

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