Onoe Kikugoro as the Fox Tadanobu - Fantastic kabuki triptych of the young samurai Tadanobu leaping down from a blossoming cherry tree in a scene from the play "Yoshitsune Sembon Zakura." He is actually a magic fox, disguised as Yoshitsune's retainer Tadanobu, and his otherworldliness is indicated by the red flames flickering in the deep blue sky. He jumps to escape the attack of the beauty Shizuka, who stands holding a sword, surprised at his sudden agility. Dressed in elegant robes, Yoshitsune watches him from the right with a concerned expression. From left, the actors are Onoe Kikugoro, Iwai Komurasaki, and Bando Kakitsu. A lively scene with vibrant color and bold pattern, from one of the most popular kabuki plays of all time.

Artist - Kunisada III (1848 - 1920)

Image Size - 13 3/4" x 27 1/4" + top margin as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three attached panels. Vertical folds. Loss in beauty's hair, a few tears and holes, repaired. Wrinkling, creasing, slight soiling. Please see photos for details.