Comments - Terrific kabuki scene of the outlaw the famous otokodate or street knight Banzui Chobei encountering the outlaw Shirai Gompachi at Suza-ga-Mori near Edo. A gang had been waiting to capture Gompachi for the reward, attacking him as he left his palanquin. While fighting off his attackers, Chobei's own palanquin arrived, and he was impressed by the young rogue's swordsmanship. Here, Gompachi kneels atop one of the gang, twisting the man's arm behind his back and scowling as Chobei holds a light high to examine him. A blossoming plum tree frames a softly shaded sky behind the expressive characters, with a traditional New Year's Day ornament forming the title cartouche at upper left. The actors are Iwai Kakitsubata and Ichikawa Ebizo. A great, lively design, nicely colored and detailed.
Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)
Image Size - 19 3/4" x 14 1/2"
Condition - With excellent color and detail. Two separate panels. Some rubbing and soiling at edges. A horizontal crease at center. Some staining as shown. A few small holes repaired from reverse. Please see photos for details. Good overall.
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