Item Description (English): This is an evocative woodblock print by Tsukioka Kōgyo, titled Funabashi (船橋), from his distinguished series Noga Taikan (能畫大鑑), published in the late Taishō to early Shōwa period. The print presents a powerful moment from the Noh play Funabashi, featuring a dramatic male figure standing on a wooden bridge, his disheveled hair and expressive pose conveying intensity and emotional depth. The scene is marked by a restrained background, allowing the theatrical character to dominate the composition. Funabashi is a poignant Noh drama based on a tragic love story and a poem from the Man'yōshū. As Yamabushi priests journey toward Hiraizumi in the north, they arrive in Sano, Kōzuke Province (present-day Takasaki, Gunma Prefecture), and meet a young couple soliciting donations to build a boat-bridge. When asked about the Man'yōshū poem referencing the area, the couple recount a sorrowful tale of lovers who were separated by their families. The bridge they used for nightly meetings was dismantled, and unaware of its absence, they fell into the river and drowned. Revealing themselves as the spirits of the ill-fated lovers, the couple vanishes at twilight. A local villager encourages the monks to hold a memorial service. That night, during the monks' prayers, the spirits reappear. The male spirit reenacts his fall and, through the monks’ spiritual aid, finds peace at last. Kōgyo’s print captures the essence of Noh’s spiritual and poetic elements with great sensitivity and stylistic elegance. Size: Approximately 36.5 cm × 26 cm Artist Profile: Tsukioka Kōgyo (月岡耕漁, 1869–1927) was a prominent Japanese artist known for his woodblock prints depicting Noh theatre. A disciple of Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, Kōgyo blended traditional ukiyo-e techniques with the ethereal world of classical Japanese performance. His major series, including Nōgaku Zue, Nōgaku Hyakuban, and Noga Taikan, are celebrated for their detailed costumes, expressive figures, and faithful portrayal of Noh's spiritual and cultural significance. **PLEASE NOTE** Shipping Information: Items are shipped from Japan. Please check the shipping fee before bidding as this is an international shipment. Items are packed very carefully to prevent damage in transit. Shipping costs are calculated based on the net weight listed on the product page, packing materials, and shipping box weight. Depending on the situation, items will be shipped via FedEx, DHL, or Japan Post. Usually takes 2-3 weeks. Import duties, taxes and fees are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the responsibility of the buyer. You may be contacted by phone or email by your country's customs or shipping agent regarding customs clearance. Please make sure you are available to answer the phone. Otherwise, the parcel will be returned to us and you will be charged double for reshipment. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.