Comments - Classic kabuki scene of the young man Tokijiro on his way to rescue his lover, the Yoshiwara courtesan Urazato. The beauty's employer and his wife tied her up in the snowy courtyard and beat her after discovering her affair with the young man. The poor beauty kneels in the snow at right, bound with rope around her torso, as the couple's daughter Midori shelters her under a large snow-covered hat. Tokijiro stealthily climbs down a pine tree against the courtyard fence at left, his sword at his side. From left, the actors are Nakamura Fukusuke I, Iwai Kumesaburo III, and Bando Mitsugoro VI. A great dramatic illustration from this famous tale, with terrific detail in the winter setting and fine shading in the night sky.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 14 1/4" x 19 7/8" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Two separate panels. Fold at corner. A few tiny tears at edge and small holes, repaired. Slight soiling, soiling, and creasing, a few spots. Please see photos for details.