Comments - Attractive scene of beauties and two young boys on the way to Sengakuji or Sengaku Temple for the unveiling of a Buddhist statue. The tombs of the famous 47 ronin are at Sengakuji, and the young boy at left wears a helmet with the ronin's traditional black and white dogtooth border and the inverted comma crest of Oboshi Yuranosuke, the leader of the ronin in the famous drama "Kanadehon Chushingura," a tale based on the true story of the ronin. The beauty holding his hand carries a miniature banner, smiling as she looks down at the child. At right, two women stroll along, each holding the end of a white towel between them. The site looks out across the ocean, with boats anchored near the shore and a tea stall at far right. An attractive design.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 13 1/4" x 28 3/8"

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Three separate panels. Slight separation at ends of vertical fold in center panel, a few wormholes and small holes, repaired. A couple thinning spots, slight toning and soiling. Please see photos for details. Good overall.