Le Portrait de Petite Cossette

Le Portrait de Petite Cossette (Japanese: コゼットの肖像, Hepburn: Kozetto no Shōzō, "The Portrait of Cossette") is a Japanese original video animation (OVA) series produced by Aniplex and animated by Daume. The series consists of 3 episodes, released in 2004. The story centers around Eiri Kurahashi, a college art student who works at an antique shop. One day, he discovers an antique glass with the image of a mysterious girl named Cossette trapped within it. Cossette reveals that she was murdered by the artist Marcello Orlando and her soul is imprisoned. To free her, someone must take on the punishment for Marcello's sins. As the story unfolds, Eiri discovers he is the reincarnation of Marcello, while Cossette becomes infatuated with him. The story also depicts the efforts of Eiri's friends and other women in his life to free him from this self-destructive path. The series is known for its stylish visuals, artistic design, and captivating music. The series was later adapted into a manga series by Asuka Katsura and serialized in Monthly Magazine Z.