Comments - Terrific triptych depicting twenty-three of the famous 47 ronin making preparations for the night attack under the direction of their leader, Oboshi Yuranosuke. He sits on a folding stool at top center, staring down with a stern frown as a kneeling messenger reports to him, gesturing with his hand. The other samurai are in various stages of dressing or checking their weapons, each carefully identified by a yellow name cartouche. At upper right, a warrior holds out the ronin's distinctive black and white dogtooth bordered robe for an older man as he tightens his waist sash. Just below, a retainer examines the blade of his sword by candlelight, while at bottom, a young man pulls on the sleeve of his armor, using his teeth to grip the edge. A great image with expressive figures and wonderful detail.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 14 3/8" x 29 1/2"

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. A couple creases. A couple small holes repaired. Please see photos for details. Nice overall.