Comments - Fantastic triptych of Minamoto no Tametomo standing at right with his bow, sinking the leading ship of Mochimitsu's fleet with a single arrow. Tametomo's mistress, Sasaraye, who is armed with a naginata, and his retainers, watch as the ship flounders in the sea, the single arrow piercing its thick hull. In the center, Tametomo's retainer Oniyasha kneels on the rocky cliff, holding a tangled iron anchor covered with barnacles. A dynamic composition with outstanding detail, including a swirling whirlpool at the bottom of the cliff dotted with hand-applied pigment to indicate the spray. A legendary samurai subject.
Artist - Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)
Image Size - 14 1/8" x 29" + margins as shown
Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three attached panels, backed with paper. Folded near seams. A few small wormholes and losses repaired. Slight soiling, rubbing, and creasing. Please see photos for details. Good overall.
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