Struggle at a Shrine in the Woods, 1859

by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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Struggle at a Shrine in the Woods, 1859 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Original Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864) Japanese Woodblock Print
Struggle at a Shrine in the Woods, 1859

Comments - Interesting kabuki scene of a struggle taking place between two small shrines in the woods. At left, Kinkanzashi no Jinzo grabs the collar of a man who is accosting Saemon's daughter Omine, the attacker wrapping his arms around her legs as she pushes his head away. At right, Kiyari no Gonza watches with an evil grin as Mondo's daughter Osode cowers at his side, covering her mouth with her sleeve. The doors to the shrines are open, revealing wooden crates with writing on the sides. A pine tree frames the night sky above. From left, the actors are Ichikawa Ichizo III, Ichikawa Shinsha I, Nakamura Kanjaku I [?], Nakamura Fukusuke I, and Bando Tamasaburo II. A handsome design with an unusual and nicely detailed setting.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 14 1/8" x 29 3/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with nice detail as shown. Three separate panels. A few small repairs. Wrinkling throughout. Please see photos for details.

Struggle at a Shrine in the Woods, 1859 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)
Struggle at a Shrine in the Woods, 1859 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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