Comments - Terrific scene from the kabuki play commonly known as "Kagamiyama." In the second act, the senior lady-in-waiting Iwafuji challenges her junior, Onoe, to a fight with to demonstrate her martial arts skills, the test of a true samurai woman. Iwafuji secretly hopes to embarrass Onoe, who comes from a family of commoners. Onoe's loyal maid Ohatsu comes to her mistress's defense, fighting in her place and besting the evil Iwafuji. Here, Ohatsu takes on Iwafuji, smiling slyly as she blocks a blow from the older woman's wooden practice sword. Iwafuji frowns unhappily as she glares at her opponent. Behind them, fine reed blinds hang above a wall patterned with floral motifs, creating an attractive backdrop. Nicely colored and detailed.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 19 3/4" x 14" + margins as shown

Condition - With excellent color and detail. Two separate panels. A few small holes repaired from reverse. Please see photos for details. Good overall.