Explore the Floating World through the art of Tōshūsai Sharaku and the Ukiyo‑e masters of Edo Japan. This gallery highlights Sharaku’s bold Kabuki actor portraits alongside timeless works like Katsushika Hokusai’s Great Wave off Kanagawa. Together, these prints capture the drama, color, and energy of 18th‑century Edo, bridging the stage of Kabuki with the art of today.
Sharaku Actor Portraits
Tōshūsai Sharaku produced around 140 works in just ten months (1794–1795), all focused on the Kabuki stage and its actors. His bold, exaggerated style set him apart and remains one of the great mysteries of art history.
Hokusai & Other Edo Masters
While Sharaku remains enigmatic, other Ukiyo‑e masters like Katsushika Hokusai gave us timeless works such as “The Great Wave off Kanagawa.” This section will grow to feature selected reprints of Edo art beyond Sharaku.
This section will be expanded with highlights of Hokusai and other Ukiyo‑e masters.
Coming Soon
Our gallery will soon include the complete set of Sharaku’s actor portraits — over 130 works in total — together with context on Kabuki theater, historical notes, and Edo‑period artistry.
We’re gradually uploading artwork, so check back often as the collection grows week by week.
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Thank you for visiting our gallery. Each addition brings us closer to a complete digital showcase of Sharaku’s genius and the broader Ukiyo‑e tradition.