Elderly Mother and Rival Sons, 1861 - Interesting scene inside a rather shabby house of an elderly mother and her two sons, who are rivals. Her son Yokozo lies on the floor at right with his feet beneath a kotasu, a wooden frame over a brazier covered with a quilt to keep in the heat. He grimaces angrily as he stares at his brother, Jihizo, who scratches his head in a puzzled manner. The mother Mikuki looks distraught. A samurai and his servant stand in the snow outside the door at left. The actors include Kawarazaki Gonjuro I as Jihizo and Nakamura Shikan IV as Yokozo. Nice expressive figures with a handsomely detailed setting.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 14 1/4" x 28 3/4"

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three attached panels, backed with paper. Horizontal centerfold, two vertical folds. A few small holes, repaired. Slight soiling, a few creases at edges. Please see photos for details. Good overall.