Comments - Interesting scene from the tale of the depraved priest Seigen, who pursues the beautiful Princess Sakura, believing her to be the reincarnation of his dead lover, a story that ends in tragedy. Here, Seigen sits on a straw mat, his hair growing out after having been kicked out of the temple. Sakura kneels beside him, holding her hand up in a stopping motion as the samurai at right raises a riding crop above his head in a threatening manner. Ichikawa Danjuro VIII plays Seigen. A handsome scene from an untitled series of horizontal kabuki prints by Toyokuni III.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 9 5/8" x 14"

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Backed with paper. Cut along top left edge, repaired. Slight soiling and rubbing, a few creases, slight curling. Please see photos for details. Good overall.