Comments - Handsome kabuki scene of three otokodate or street knights arguing beneath a blossoming cherry tree. From left, the actors are Onoe Kikugoro as Nozarashi Gohei, Nakamura Shikan as Maboroshi Chobei, and Bando Hikosaburo as Ukiyo Tohei. At left, Gohei turns his head away with a sneer, wearing a blue kimono with an eerie pattern of stylized skulls and bones. In the center, Chobei thrusts his arm out in a stopping motion as Tohei raises a clog above his head, ready to use it as a weapon. Blossoming cherry trees frame the night sky above. A great design with large expressive figures.

Artist - Kunichika (1835 - 1900)

Image Size - 14" x 28 3/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with good color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. Paper remnants on reverse from previous backing. A few repairs and creases, rubbing at side. Please see photos for details.