Comments - Interesting kabuki scene of two samurai stopped near Odawara while traveling on the Tokaido Road. The man at right crouches on the ground, looking out of the corners of his eyes with a suspicious expression. He wears a tan kamishimo with a geometric and floral print over a blue kimono, his long pants trailing not the ground beside him. The samurai at left stares at him with an angry frown, pointing at him accusingly. He wears a black coat with a beautiful burnished pattern over a green kimono tucked into brown print hakama pants edged with furry black trim. Behind them, the rest of the procession is waiting, seen in silhouette crouching next to an enclosed palanquin. The tall wooden marker at left is surrounded by a low bamboo fence, and the tree-covered hills in the distance are seen in soft gray shadow. A handsome design, nicely detailed with fine bokashi shading.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 14 1/2" x 19 7/8" + margins as shown

Condition - This diptych with excellent color and detail as shown. Two separate panels. A few small holes repaired. Slightly toned and rubbed as shown. Please see photos for details. Good overall.