Comments - Handsome scene from the kabuki play commonly known as "Modori Kago," about two palanquin bearers named Azuma no Yoshiro and Naniwa no Jirosaku and their passenger. During a brief rest stop, the two bearers are intrigued by the identity of their passenger, so they coax her out and learn that her name is Tayori, and she is a kamuro or apprentice courtesan. The trio has fun play acting and pretending to visit the pleasure quarters. Here, Tayori strikes a pose between the pair, clasping her hands together. At right, Jirosaku leans forward aggressively, scowling at his fellow bearer, Yoshiro, who calmly fastens a white cloth around his head. Blossoming cherry trees frame the sky overhead, and fields stretch out across the valley below. Nicely detailed with burnishing on Jirosaku's black kimono. A great design with an attractive setting.

Artist - Kunisada III (1848 - 1920)

Image Size - 13 7/8" x 27 76/8" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. A few small holes, repaired. Slight creasing, a few small spots. Please see photos for details. Good overall.