This piece features a vibrant, red felt appliqué layered over a traditional Japanese ukiyo-e portrait, creating a playful and irreverent cross-cultural dialogue. The tactile, modern material of the felt contrasts sharply with the historical woodblock print style, exploring themes of identity and cultural masking. This work exemplifies the artist's engagement with his Tokyo environment through a whimsical, contemporary lens.

Kabuki Actor with Red Felt Mask

2026年

mixed-media-on-paper

Dimensions TBD

This piece features a vibrant, red felt appliqué layered over a traditional Japanese ukiyo-e portrait, creating a playful and irreverent cross-cultural dialogue. The tactile, modern material of the felt contrasts sharply with the historical woodblock print style, exploring themes of identity and cultural masking. This work exemplifies the artist's engagement with his Tokyo environment through a whimsical, contemporary lens.