Comments - Great kabuki scene of the Taira warrior Akushichibyoe Kagekiyo struggling with a beauty over a beautiful brocade banner with the Taira butterfly emblem at the top. He grabs hold of one end of the scroll, frowning unhappily, a large naginata in his hand. The beauty at right, who is the wife of the Minamoto general Shigetada, keeps a firm hold on the standard, looking back up at the samurai. Mashiba, the wife of Takesato, kneels behind them, lifting a drapery patterned with the paulownia crest of the Minamoto, staring suspiciously out of the corners of her eyes at Kagekiyo. From left, the actors are Sawamura Chojuro V, Bando Shuka I as Takesato's wife Mashiba, Onoe Kikujiro II as Shigetada's wife. A lively scene with wonderful detail in the fabric patterns and a handsome setting.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 14" x 19 3/8"

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Two separate panels. A few small holes, repaired. Very slight soiling. Please see photos for details. Nice overall.