The Loyal Heroes of the Hakkenden - Terrific kabuki portrait of one of the Eight Dog Warriors from the famous story "The Biography of Nanso Satomi and the Eight Dog Warriors" (Nanso Satomi Hakkenden). These great samurai were the mystical offspring of Fusehime, the daughter of Lord Anzai of the Satomi Clan, and a dog, hence the small dogs in the corner of the title cartouche. Featuring dramatic compositions and expressive figures, these bold designs are a great choice for a collector interested in the samurai tradition. A rarely seen Kuniyoshi series.

Bando Shuka I as Inuzaka Keno - Fantastic portrait of the actor Bando Shuka I in the role of the samurai Inuzaka Keno, one of the famous Eight Dog Warriors. He is disguised as a beauty, with long hair pulled back into a bun tied with a red cloth. Inuzaka stands gripping his sword with both hands, his disheveled hair loose about his face as he looks over his shoulder. Geese fly overhead across a large full moon. A dramatic image with excellent detail in the face and sumptuous fabric of the robe. An incredible portrait from this legendary tale.

Artist - Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)

Image Size - 13 3/4" x 9 1/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Stitching holes at right edge, a few wormholes and holes, repaired. Slight soiling and creasing, a few stains, slight rubbing near edges. Please see photos for details.