Comments - Terrific kabuki scene from the tale of the famous real-life thief Nezumi Kozo, whose name roughly translates as "Little Rat Boy." He was known as the Japanese Robin Hood, stealing from wealthy samurai during the Edo period. In this image he appears disguised as Sazen, taking a ferry across a river. He scowls angrily as he looks up, wearing a delicately embossed white fur coat, his head wrapped in a black cloth against the cold winter air. Behind him, a large pine tree extending over the river is supported by wooden poles, the stone embankment behind it topped with a fence. A nice expressive figure in handsome setting.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 13 5/8" x 9 5/8"

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Please see photos for details. Very nice overall.