Sasaki Takatasuna at the Battle of Uji River

by Kokunimasa (1874 - 1944)

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Sasaki Takatasuna at the Battle of Uji River by Kokunimasa (1874 - 1944)

Original Kokunimasa (1874 - 1944) Japanese Woodblock Print
Sasaki Takatasuna at the Battle of Uji River

Comments - Dramatic scene from a famous episode during the Second Battle of Uji. The Minamoto warrior Sasaki Takatasuna races across the Uji River on the Shogun Yoritomo's white horse in a contest with fellow warrior Kajiwara Kagesue to see who could engage the enemy first. Sasaki reaches the bank first, galloping ahead under a hail of arrows, gripping his sword firmly, the horse's mane and tail flying in the wind. He slices through the arrows with his sword, cutting them in two in mid-air. Kajiwara follow behind, leading his mount through the chest-deep water. An incredible, dynamic design, with the large figure and lively horse taking center stage, the arrows adding a sense of movement and speed. Beautiful detail in the armor, with fine shading in the water and sky. A classic samurai subject.

Artist - Kokunimasa (1874 - 1944)

Image Size - 14 1/8" 28 1/8" + margins

Condition - With excellent color and detail. Three panels, not attached at the seams and lightly toned throughout. A few holes in subject and at corners, repaired from reverse. Slight creasing and tearing along edges with minor spotting in subject. A few small stains in left and right-hand panels. Please see photos for details. Nice overall.

Sasaki Takatasuna at the Battle of Uji River by Kokunimasa (1874 - 1944)
Sasaki Takatasuna at the Battle of Uji River by Kokunimasa (1874 - 1944)

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