Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1797-1861) Original Woodblock print / Kabuki Actor Gunhachi

Utagawa Kuniyoshi was a ukiyo-e artist active during the late Edo period. His unique style earned him nicknames like the eccentric painter. Demonstrating exceptional artistic talent from childhood, Kuniyoshi became a disciple of Utagawa Toyokuni at age 15. He excelled at warrior paintings, earning the title Kuniyoshi the Warrior Painter. While creating muscular warrior illustrations, […]