Comments - Interesting kabuki scene from the play "Shinzo Tsuribune kidan," featuring from left, Sawamura Chojuro V as Tsuribune no Sabu, Bando Shuka I as Danshichijima no Okaji, and Onoe Kikujiro II as Issunjima no Otatsu. The two beauties stand on the embankment of the river with their arms tucked into each others' robe, eyeing each other suspiciously. Each wears a boldly checked kimono tied with a solid color obi, and has a roll of tissues tucked into the waist. At left, Sabu scowls at them angrily as he tucks up the back of his kimono. Part of his hat is still tied around his chin while the other part rests on the ground nearby. Pleasure boats dot the river and red paper lanterns hang from the eaves of the teahouses lining the opposite shore. An atmospheric scene with fine shading in the water and sky, also in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 13 7/8" x 29 1/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. A few small holes, thinning at edge, repaired. Loss along upper right edge of center panel, a few creases, slight soiling. Please see photos for details. Good overall.