Shirabyōshi Dancer Standing in a Boat (Asazumabune)

Minneapolis Institute of Art

Shirabyōshi Dancer Standing in a Boat (Asazumabune)

Suzuki Harunobu

Date
c. 1769–70
Medium
Woodblock print (nishiki-e), ink and color on paper with embossing
Department
Asian Art
Institution
Minneapolis Institute of Art

Shirabyōshi were female entertainers who dressed as men to sing and dance, typically using drums or flutes as instruments. The profession became popular in the 12th century and had disappeared by the 14th century. Japan, Asia

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