Comments - Dramatic scene from Act 7 of the classic kabuki drama "Kanadehon Chushingura" of the samurai Teraoka Heiemon attacking his sister, the beauty Okaru, outside the Ichiriki Teahouse. After Yuranosuke accused the courtesan of spying on him, Heiemon vowed to kill her to demonstrate his loyalty to the vendetta. He raises his sword above his head, waving it threateningly as the frightened woman tosses a packet of tissues at him. Autumn grasses and blossoms fill the background. From left, the actors are Bando Shuka I and Ichikawa Danjuro VIII. An intriguing image.

Artist - Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)

Image Size - 13 3/4" x 19 5/8"

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Two separate panels. Small losses at corners, repaired. Sight toning, soiling, and creasing, slight rubbing at edges, stain. Please see photos for details.