Kabuki warriors
are the subject of many beautiful Japanese woodblock
prints. Many Kabuki plays have themes of revenge or
vengence, and the main actors often portray famous
warriors of the past, or demons and heroes from Japanese
myth. Kabuki is a centuries-old form of Japanese theater.
It began in 1603 and continues today although has gone
through many variations and changes in its history.
Kabuki is known for its stylized drama and the elaborate
costumes and makeup of the actors. Kabuki
Warriors Screen Saver presents 56 images of Kabuki warriors
drawn by Japanese master artists of the mid to late
1800s.
See also Sword of the Samurai screensaver, click here. |