Actor as Evil Imperial Messenger, Katsukawa Shunsho, C. 1770 --c. 1780 print Kabuki actor Nakamura Sukegorô II in the role of an evil messenger from the emperor. He is dressed in a ceremonial costume with a long, trousers dragging over the floor and a characteristic court hat of black lacquer. On the wide top of his costume is his family crest; The Japanese sign 'Mune' large depicted. The pattern of flowering thistles on the clothing, and the red make -up around the eyes, emphasize his evil character. paper color woodcut actor (on the stage)

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