Sato Tadanobu and Overturned Go Board, 1898

by 19th century artist (not translated)

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Sato Tadanobu and Overturned Go Board, 1898 by 19th century artist (not translated)

Original 19th century Japanese Woodblock Print
Sato Tadanobu and Overturned Go Board, 1898

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 depicting the attempted arrest of the famous warrior Sato no Tadanobu, a loyal retainer of Yoshitsune. After a former mistress betrayed his hiding place, he used a go board to fight off more than 200 policemen attacking him. Here, he waves the go board above his head with one hand, while simultaneously crushing a guard's head beneath his foot and grabbing his mistress's robe as she tries to flee. Chaos reigns as another samurai tumbles to the ground at left, knocking over a pail of water, and the container of game pieces scatters its contents through the air. A plum tree blooms in the garden, with misty clouds drifting before a glowing moon. An incredible scene from this legendary tale, with a beautifully detailed setting, including touches of burnishing and embossing, and fine bokashi shading in the background. A nice crisp, clean print.

Artist - 19th century artist (not translated)

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. Slight separation at end of fold, repaired. Slight soiling. Please see photos for details. Nice overall.

Sato Tadanobu and Overturned Go Board, 1898 by 19th century artist (not translated)
Sato Tadanobu and Overturned Go Board, 1898 by 19th century artist (not translated)

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