Comments - Interesting kabuki scene of a beauty visiting with a nobleman who is preparing to paint. He holds a brush in one hand, a low black lacquer table before him set with shallow bowls of pigment, a larger bowl of water, and a container of brushes. He frowns unhappily as he looks up at the woman, who grins back at him, one hand resting alongside a standing screen. The noble's young sword bearer kneels at right holding his weapon upright. At left, a beauty leans forward with an eager smile while the man behind her scowls at a young girl, a folding fan in his hand. The scene takes place on a rocky shore overlooking the ocean, with a boat anchored at left. An attractive subject, nicely detailed.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 13 3/4" x 28 1/4"

Condition - With excellent color and detail. Three panels, not attached at the seams. Some small holes and areas of thinning in subject, repaired from reverse. Light vertical creasing along edges with minor soiling and spotting throughout. Faint residue from previous backing along inside edges. Please see photos for details. Nice overall.