Kogyo Tsukioka’s Scene from the Noh Theater Play Nue (June 1925) captures a moment from the renowned Noh play, showcasing his exceptional skill in portraying the spiritual and symbolic elements of Japanese Noh theatre. The work depicts the actor in an expressive, poised stance, embodying the mysterious and dramatic atmosphere central to the play Nue, which draws on folklore and the supernatural. Tsukioka’s mastery of woodblock printing is evident in the intricate details of the costume and the atmospheric use of shading, which brings depth to the scene and conveys the solemn beauty of the performance.
