Night Attack of the Soga Brothers, 1877

by Yoshimune (1817 - 1880)

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Night Attack of the Soga Brothers, 1877 by Yoshimune (1817 - 1880)

Original Yoshimune (1817 - 1880) Japanese Woodblock Print
Night Attack of the Soga Brothers, 1877

A London Collection - This item is from an exceptional group of triptychs recently purchased from a London estate. The collection includes a significant number of rare designs – many that we have never sold or seen offered. The overall condition of the prints is outstanding with clean, bright subjects. There is almost no wear, soiling, or storage offsetting. Look for rare designs by Yoshitoshi, Chikanobu, Gekko and others. Shop the auctions marked “A London Collection” for an opportunity to add some especially rare triptychs to your collection.

Comments - Fantastic triptych of the young Soga Brothers sneaking up outside the hunting lodge of their sworn enemy, Suketsune, who murdered their father when they were young children. The eldest brother, Juro, listens at the door, a look of intense concentration on his face. He motions for his younger brother, Goro, to stay back as he strains to hear any activity inside. Goro lifts the tent wall of the temporary hunting camp, a flaming torch in his hand, as rain slants across the black night sky. An incredible scene of the moments just before the brothers will avenge their father's death. Terrific expressive faces and a dramatic composition framed by a rugged tree. Nicely detailed with delicate line work. An excellent choice for a collector interested in the samurai tradition.

Artist - Yoshimune (1817 - 1880)

Image Size - 13 3/4" x 27 3/4"

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three attached panels, backed with paper. Vertical center fold in center panel, will be shipped folded. Very slight separation at top of fold, repaired. Minor soiling, light rubbing near bottom edge. Please see photos for details. Nice overall.

Night Attack of the Soga Brothers, 1877 by Yoshimune (1817 - 1880)
Night Attack of the Soga Brothers, 1877 by Yoshimune (1817 - 1880)

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