Comments - Bold kabuki scene of a samurai threatening a man wearing a shaggy red wig topped with a fox figurine. At left, the attacker thrusts a short sword at his intended victim, who recoils in alarm. At right, a nobleman looks up with a sober expression, not following the conflict at all. He wears a blue robe patterned with cranes in flight and rings of waves over a red floral and scroll kimono, and a black court cap. At upper left, a blue robe with a design of cranes and pine branches hangs over a lacquer stand. From left, the actors are Ichikawa Danjuro IX, Ichikawa Sadanji I, and Bando Kakitsu. An interesting subject with large colorful figures.

Artist - Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

Image Size - 14" x 27 7/8" + top margin as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three attached panels. Small loss at edge, a couple holes, repaired. Slight soiling, a few creases. Please see photos for details. Good overall.