KABUKI
About the Artwork
The kimono pattern comes from Ako Roshi (“47 Ronin” ) - a true story from the 18th century of exemplary bushido or the “way of the samurai”, which has since been adapted into a popular kabuki play.
The subtle sparkle in light grey lines of the kimonos was achieved by the infusion of mica into the ink, and was added in respect to KISS’s costume aesthetics.
The colors underneath the chainmail were chosen to reflect each member’s characters, while the lighter color make-up symbolizes kabuki’s kumadori make-up.
Craftsmen
Illustrator: Ishikawa Masumi
Woodcarver: Watanabe Kazuo
Printer: Yoshida Hideo
Details
Edition: limited edition of 200 (first 100 autographed by the members of the band)
Size: 18.9 x 13.4 inches (48 x 34 cm)
Paper: Echizen Kisuki Bousho
Maintenance and Preservation
Over time, the color will fade, which is part of the ukiyo-e experience. Keep the ukiyo-e out of direct sunlight, strong ultraviolet sources, and high humidity. Once the artwork is received, remove the folio from the plastic sheath to let it breathe.
*Attention
- Each work is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.
- Edition numbers will be chosen randomly.
- Each piece is created by hand, therefore, they may all have subtle differences in size and colour between them. For this reason, at UKIYO-E PROJECT every print is considered unique, aligned with the Edo period philosophy that each ukiyo-e is an “original” piece of work.
- They will be packaged and sent in a specially designed folio.
- The artwork is sold unframed.