Takeda and Uesugi in the Battle of Tokida, 1847 - 1852

by Yoshitora (active circa 1840 - 1880)

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Takeda and Uesugi in the Battle of Tokida, 1847 - 1852 by Yoshitora (active circa 1840 - 1880)

Original Yoshitora (active circa 1840 - 1880) Japanese Woodblock Print
Takeda and Uesugi in the Battle of Tokida, 1847 - 1852

Comments - Fantastic depiction of the troops of Takeda Shingen and Uesugi Kenshin during the heated Battle of Tokida. At lower right, a row of samurai armed with guns fires off a volley of shots as the enemy charges them, the bullets streaking across the space between the forces. At top center, a warrior is struck, reeling backwards from the force. At left, more samurai go down, collapsing onto the ground along with a horse, their wooden shields no match for the superior firepower of their opponents. At top left, a general on horseback charges fearlessly ahead, a shot exploding as it hits the tip of his sword. Across the top, drifting smoke obscures the line of standards indicating the approach of additional troops. An incredible, atmospheric image and a fascinating look at a samurai battle.

Artist - Yoshitora (active circa 1840 - 1880)

Image Size - 14 1/4" x 29 1/4" + margin as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels, backed with paper. A few small wormholes, small loss at upper left edge of right panel, repaired. Slight toning and soiling, very slight rubbing at edges. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

Takeda and Uesugi in the Battle of Tokida, 1847 - 1852 by Yoshitora (active circa 1840 - 1880)
Takeda and Uesugi in the Battle of Tokida, 1847 - 1852 by Yoshitora (active circa 1840 - 1880)

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