Comments - Handsome kabuki scene from the tragic tale of the lovers Chubei and Umegawa. Chubei is a farmer's son who works for a courier firm, who falls in love with the beautiful courtesan Umegawa. Unable to raise the money to redeem her from service, he steals from his firm, a crime punishable by death. The lovers eventually decide to commit suicide together rather than be parted. In this scene, Chubei leans forward with a worried expression as he hands the bag of stolen money to the teahouse owner. At right, Umegawa smiles with delight, unaware of the source of the funds. A patron stands at left, scowling unhappily as he watches the exchange. A ceramic teakettle and cup rest on the side of a brazier behind him, and checked curtains line the back of the room. Nice expressive figures in a handsomely detailed interior setting.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 29 1/4" x 14 1/4"

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail. Three separate panels. A few small holes repaired from reverse. Some light wear and soiling at edges. Please see photos for details. Good overall.