Comments - Fantastic depiction of the Fourth Battle of Kawanakajima in 1561 between the forces of Takeda Shingen and Uesugi Kenshin. In the center, Kenshin gallops into the enemy camp, gripping his sword above his head as his dappled horse rears. Seated on a black lacquer stool at upper left, Shingen deftly thrusts out his iron battle fan to deflect the coming blow. At right, Shingen's retainer, Hara Osumi-no-kami, approaches on his brown horse, using his spear to drive off Kenshin. The battle rages fiercely all around them with a shot exploding at bottom and clouds of gray smoke billowing skywards. A warrior at bottom left is thrown backwards by the explosion, and the ground is littered with shields and weapons. A striking triptych illustrating this legendary incident from the famous 16th century war between Kai and Echigo provinces.

Artist - Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892)

Image Size - 28 7/8" x 14"

Condition - With excellent color and detail. Three panels attached at the seams. Backed with thin old paper. A few small holes repaired from reverse. Some light toning at edges. Please see photos for details. Good overall.