Kunisato
(pupil of Kunisada, died 1858)

Man and boy standing in the snow.
Kabuki scene

Signature: Rizu sen Kunisato ga
Publisher: Ki-ya Sojiro
Censor: Aratame
Date: snake 1, 1857/I
Overall very good impression. Strong woodgrain structure in the backround, with nice bokashi. Gauffrage on the white dress. Strong, vivid colours. Age wear, marks and soiling. Small paper losses and rubbings at the corners. Laid on japanese album backing. Margins trimmed.
oban tate-e, 24 x 35 cm

Grateful thanks to Mr H.L. for the identification of the signature.