Comments - Intriguing kabuki scene of an elderly matron preparing to cut off a beauty's hair. She wraps the woman's ponytail around her wrist, yanking the poor victim backwards as she raises a sword high above her head with a grimaced expression. Another woman cowers behind her, a horrified expression on her face, while a young samurai holds up a lantern at left. The scene takes place on a wooden walkway overlooking a pond filled with blossoming irises. A fascinating subject with wonderfully expressive figures and an attractive setting.

Artist - Kunisada II (1823 - 1880)

Image Size - 14 1/4" x 29 3/8" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. A few small holes repaired. Please see photos for details. Good overall.