A Japanese Dealer’s Personal Collection - This print and the others posted with our “Japanese dealer” subtitle are from the personal collection of a leading Japanese dealer. We were fortunate to be able to select a small number of fine pieces from the collection of this prominent Japanese print dealer. The prints in this offering are particularly good, rare and desirable designs that this dealer had set aside for his personal collection. We chose prints that we knew would appeal to Fuji Arts clients. Take some time to explore this fine, small group. These designs are rarely offered!

Comments - Fantastic depiction of the ghosts of Taira no Tomomori and his fallen warriors rising up out of the sea to sink Minamoto no Yoshitsune's ship as he crosses the sea at Daimotsu Bay. The ghastly spirits emerge from the water at left, with Tomomori gripping his naginata amidst supernatural flames. The figures bob along the undulating water, with a wave of skull-like creatures threatening to swamp the ship as a violent storm arises. Yoshitsune leans over the edge of the boat with his sword drawn, while an archer draws his bow in the prow of the ship. An incredible design with a masterful composition and wonderful detail. A great image of this legendary tale, also in the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

Artist - Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)

Image Size - 29 1/4" x 14"

Condition - With excellent color and detail. Three separate panels. Some rubbing and soiling at edges. Some minor wrinkling and creasing. A few small holes repaired from reverse. Please see photos for details. Good overall.