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Sharaku Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Sharaku our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide

Kabuki Actor Ōtani Oniji III as Yakko Edobei, 1794, Sharaku

1794 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 38 x 25 cm

Experience the intense emotion of this dramatic 1794 woodblock print by Tōshūsai Sharaku featuring Kabuki actor Ōtani Oniji III as Yakko Edobei and bring a piece of Edo period history into your collection.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #1: Kabuki Actor Ōtani Oniji III as Yakko Edobei
Art Movement
Ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made
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Popularity
No. 1 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Sharaku: Bandō Hikosaburō III as Kudōzaemon Suketsune

1795

A dramatic monochrome Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Toshusai Sharaku capturing the intense expression of Kabuki actor Bandō Hikosaburō III as Kudōzaemon Suketsune from 1795, inviting you to explore this legendary masterpiece.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #2: Bandō Hikosaburō III as Kudōzaemon Suketsune
Art Movement
Ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 2 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Iwai Hanshirō IV as O-Han of the Shinanoya by Sharaku

1795

A strikingly realistic woodblock portrait of Iwai Hanshirō IV as O-Han by the enigmatic ukiyo-e master Toshusai Sharaku from 1795 captures intense kabuki drama, inviting you to explore this legendary piece of Japanese art.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #3: Iwai Hanshirō IV as O-Han of the Shinanoya
Art Movement
Ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made
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Popularity
No. 3 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Nakajima Wadaemon I as Tanbaya Hachiemon by Sharaku

1794

A dynamic Edo period woodblock print by Tōshūsai Sharaku capturing the intense drama of Kabuki actor Nakajima Wadaemon I as Tanbaya Hachiemon through expressive lines and bold characterization, perfect for your collection.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #4: Nakajima Wadaemon I as Tanbaya Hachiemon
Art Movement
Ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Pastels
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made
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Popularity
No. 4 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Sharaku, Iwai Hanshirō IV as Kōtō no Naishi (1795)

1795

A striking monochrome woodblock print capturing the intense expression of Kabuki actor Iwai Hanshirō IV by the enigmatic master Toshusai Sharaku from 1795, inviting you to explore this rare piece of Japanese history.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #5: Iwai Hanshirō IV as Kōtō no Naishi
Art Movement
Ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Pastels
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made
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Popularity
No. 5 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Bandō Hikosaburō III as Godai Saburō Chikatada, Sharaku

1795

A striking ukiyo-e woodblock print by Toshusai Sharaku capturing the intense drama of Bandō Hikosaburō III as a legendary warrior from 1795, inviting you to explore this masterpiece of Japanese theatrical art.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #6: Bandō Hikosaburō III as Godai Saburō Chikatada
Art Movement
Ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 6 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Osagawa Tsuneyo II as Okinu, wife of Chōemon by Sharaku

1794

A dramatic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Toshusai Sharaku capturing Osagawa Tsuneyo II as Okinu with expressive Edo period detail, inviting you to explore the profound legacy of this mysterious Japanese master.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #7: Osagawa Tsuneyo II as Okinu, wife of Chōemon
Art Movement
Ukiyo E
Color Palette
Pastels
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made
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Popularity
No. 7 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Morita Kan'ya VIII as Genkaibō Ajari (1794)

1794

A dramatic ukiyo-e woodblock print by Toshusai Sharaku capturing the theatrical intensity of Morita Kan'ya VIII as Genkaibo Ajari from 1794, inviting you to explore this masterpiece of Japanese kabuki art.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #8: Morita Kan'ya VIII as Genkaibō Ajari
Art Movement
Ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made
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Popularity
No. 8 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Matsumoto Koshiro IV as the Fish Peddler Gorobei

Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york

Experience Sharaku's intense portraiture of a fish peddler; capture the raw realism of Ukiyo-e art from Edo Japan by bringing this masterpiece home.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #9: Matsumoto Koshiro IV as the Fish Peddler Gorobei
Art Movement
Ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made
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Popularity
No. 9 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Nakamura Nakazō II, also called Sakaiya Shūkaku (1794) by Sharaku

1794

A dramatic Ukiyo-e woodblock portrait of kabuki actor Nakamura Nakazō II by the enigmatic master Tōshūsai Sharaku captures intense theatrical emotion through bold colors and striking lines, perfect for your collection.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #10: Nakamura Nakazō II, also called Sakaiya Shūkaku
Art Movement
Ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 10 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Bandō Mitsugorō II as Ishii Genzō in the Play "Hana Ayame Bunroku Soga" by Sharaku, 1795

1795 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york

A dramatic black and white woodblock print by Tōshūsai Sharaku capturing the intense expression of Bandō Mitsugorō II as Ishii Genzō from 1795, inviting you to explore this masterpiece of Edo period ukiyo-e art.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #11: Bandō Mitsugorō II as Ishii Genzō in the Play "Hana Ayame Bunroku Soga"
Art Movement
Ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made
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Popularity
No. 11 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Bandō Hikosaburō III in the Role of Obiya Chōemon and Iwai Hanshiro IV in the Role of Shinanoya Ohan by Sharaku, 1794

1794 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york

A striking black and white woodblock print by the enigmatic ukiyo-e master Toshusai Sharaku capturing a dramatic Kabuki moment from 1794, inviting you to explore this rare piece of Japanese art history.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #12: Bandō Hikosaburō III in the Role of Obiya Chōemon and Iwai Hanshiro IV in the Role of Shinanoya Ohan
Art Movement
Ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 12 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Segawa Kikujuro Iii as Oshizu, Wife of Tanabe Bunzo, Sharaku

Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn · original 24 x 38 cm

A striking ukiyo-e portrait of Segawa Kikujuro III as Oshizu by the enigmatic master Toshusai Sharaku captures the vibrant essence of the Edo period through intricate patterns and bold lines, ready to grace your collection.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #13: Segawa Kikujuro Iii as Oshizu, Wife of Tanabe Bunzo
Art Movement
Ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 13 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Morita Kanya VIII as Kawachi Kanja, Disguised as Genkaibo, Sharaku

1795 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york

A dramatic black and white ukiyo-e woodblock print by Toshusai Sharaku from 1795 capturing the tension of two warriors in traditional attire, inviting you to explore this enigmatic masterpiece of Japanese art history.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #14: Morita Kanya VIII as Kawachi Kanja, Disguised as Genkaibo
Art Movement
Ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 14 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Arashi Ryūzō I as Ishibe Kinkichi in the Play "Hana Ayame Bunroku Soga", Sharaku

1794 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york

A dramatic Edo period woodblock print by Toshusai Sharaku captures the swaggering yet cowardly expression of actor Arashi Ryuzo I, offering a rare glimpse into the intense world of Kabuki theater for your collection.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #15: Arashi Ryūzō I as Ishibe Kinkichi in the Play "Hana Ayame Bunroku Soga"
Art Movement
Ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 15 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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The Actor Sawamura Sojuro III (1795)

1795 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york

A striking Ukiyo-e woodblock print capturing the contemplative gaze of Kabuki actor Sawamura Sojuro III by the enigmatic master Toshusai Sharaku from 1795, inviting you to explore this legendary piece of Japanese history.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #16: The Actor Sawamura Sojuro III
Art Movement
Ukiyo E
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 16 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Ichikawa Omezō as Tomita Hyōtarō and Ōtani Oniji III as Ukiyo Tohei by Sharaku, 1795

1795 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york

A dramatic ukiyo-e woodblock print by Toshusai Sharaku from 1795 capturing the intense Kabuki performance of Ichikawa Omezō and Ōtani Oniji III, inviting you to explore this masterpiece of Japanese art history.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #17: Ichikawa Omezō as Tomita Hyōtarō and Ōtani Oniji III as Ukiyo Tohei
Art Movement
Ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 17 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Segawa Kikunojo III in an Unidentified Role, Sharaku

1795 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york

A striking ukiyo-e portrait of Segawa Kikunojo III featuring elaborate kabuki attire by the enigmatic master Toshusai Sharaku from 1795, offering a captivating glimpse into Japan's floating world for your collection.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #18: Segawa Kikunojo III in an Unidentified Role
Art Movement
Ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 18 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Actor Segawa Tomisaburo II as the Courtesan Toyama and Actor Ichikawa Kurizo as Higashiyama Yoshiwakamaru by Sharaku

Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york

Captivating Kabuki actors Segawa Tomisaburo II and Ichikawa Kurizo are rendered in this striking ukiyo-e woodblock print by Toshusai Sharaku, offering a rare glimpse into Edo period drama that you can bring home.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #19: Actor Segawa Tomisaburo II as the Courtesan Toyama and Actor Ichikawa Kurizo as Higashiyama Yoshiwakamaru
Art Movement
Ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Pastels
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 19 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Nakajima Wadaemon I as Migawari no Jizō

1794

Experience the striking realism of Toshusai Sharaku's 'Nakajima Wadaemon I as Migawari no Jizō,' a rare 1794 ukiyo-e masterpiece depicting a Kabuki actor in captivating detail. A hand-painted reproduction available now!

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #20: Nakajima Wadaemon I as Migawari no Jizō
Art Movement
Ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 20 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Ebisu by Sharaku, 1795

1795

A vibrant woodblock print capturing the joy of Ebisu surrounded by a bountiful catch, this 1795 masterpiece by Toshusai Sharaku brings the energy of the Edo period to your collection through its bold and expressive lines.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #21: Ebisu
Art Movement
Ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Pastels
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 21 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Sawamura Yodogorō II and Bandō Zenji as Kawatsura Hōgen and Onisadobō in the Play "Koinyōbō Somewake Tazuna" (1794)

1794 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york

Toshusai Sharaku captures two kabuki actors in this striking 1794 woodblock print. Discover the power of this ukiyo-e masterpiece today.

View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #22: Sawamura Yodogorō II and Bandō Zenji as Kawatsura Hōgen and Onisadobō in the Play "Koinyōbō Somewake Tazuna"
Art Movement
ukiyo-e
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 22 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Sharaku: Senmen rōjin zu

1794
View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #23: Senmen rōjin zu
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Pastels
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No. 23 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Kōshirō Matsumoto IV as Honzō Kakogawa and Yonezaburō Matsumoto as Konami

1795
View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #24: Kōshirō Matsumoto IV as Honzō Kakogawa and Yonezaburō Matsumoto as Konami
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No. 24 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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Sharaku, Ichikawa Komazō III as Nitta Yoshisada (1795)

1795
View the most popular artwork of Sharaku ranked #25: Ichikawa Komazō III as Nitta Yoshisada
Art Movement
Ukiyo E
Color Palette
Neutrals
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 25 of 147 artworks by Sharaku
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The artist

Sharaku

Portrait of Sharaku
Quick facts
  • BornJapan
  • Copyright statusPublic domain
  • Creative periodsactive period
  • Color intensitybalanced, vivid
  • Room fitrestaurant, living room
  • Works on APS147
  • Mediumswoodblock print
  • Top-ranked workKabuki Actor Ōtani Oniji III as Yakko Edobei
Biography

The Enigmatic Presence of Sharaku

Sharaku was a Japanese ukiyo-e print designer active between 1794 and 1795. His prolific output focused primarily on yakusha-e, which are portraits of kabuki actors. These works often emphasized the dynamism and energy of the subjects, frequently utilizing a realism that highlighted unflattering details such as wrinkles or large noses. His compositions often featured a focus on facial expressions, sometimes presenting a single figure or contrasting different types of faces.

The artist's career was brief, spanning approximately ten months. His work is categorized into four distinct periods:

Artistic Style and Legacy

Sharaku's technique involved the use of woodblock prints, sometimes employing extravagant methods such as the dusting of mica in the backgrounds to create a glittering effect. His portraits are noted for their ability to capture the psychology of a character through heightened theatrical gestures and expressive, almost caricature-like exaggerations.

Despite the mystery surrounding his true identity, his work has been recognized for its mastery of the medium. His reputation rests largely on his earlier prints, while his later output is often considered to have a declining artistry. His subjects included kabuki actors, sumo wrestlers, and warriors.

Questions & Answers

Is there an overview of all the subjects Sharaku painted?

The Subject Atlas page maps Sharaku's artworks by subject.

Where are Sharaku's artworks grouped by palette?

To find works by Sharaku in a specific palette, use the artist's By Palettes page.

Can I study Sharaku's use of color across all works?

The color profile of Sharaku's work is shown on the artist's Palette Genome page.

By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Oct. 23, 2026
Collector's quiz
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  2. How long did Sharaku's active career as a woodblock artist span?

  3. Which artist did some researchers suggest Sharaku might actually be?

  4. In which period did Sharaku's artistry noticeably deteriorate?

  5. What technique was used to create a luxurious glittering effect in the backgrounds of some prints?

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