Minamoto Hachiman Taro Yoshiie, No. 9

by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

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Minamoto Hachiman Taro Yoshiie, No. 9 by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

Original Chikanobu (1838 - 1912) Japanese Woodblock Print
Minamoto Hachiman Taro Yoshiie, No. 9

Series; Eastern Brocades, Day and Night Compared

Eastern Brocades, Day and Night Compared - Designed in 1886, Chikanobu's extraordinary "Eastern Brocade" series features a fantastic range of subjects, including brave warriors, eerie ghosts, timeless beauties, and famous figures from traditional tales of triumph and treachery. These beautiful images bring the history and legends of Japan to life with colorful characters and a wonderful attention to detail. Note the appealing compositions and fine printing in these Meiji era masterworks, many of which include deluxe treatments such as burnishing, embossing, or the addition of mica. These attractive designs are a nice choice to collect or display.

Minamoto Hachiman Taro Yoshiie, No. 9 - Terrific scene of the great warrior Hachiman Taro Yoshiie (Minamoto no Yoshiie), who was sent to negotiate with Abe Muneto to regain control of lands taken by the Abe Clan. While there, rebels attacked the castle but Yoshiie, a noted archer, drove them off, attributing his success to the war god Hachiman. Yoshiie is shown in a green and white striped robe in the rain firing arrows at the fleeing attackers, a barking dog assisting in his defense. Abe Muneto watches from the verandah, dressed in formal court robes and a tall black cap, a beauty kneeling at his side. The inset above shows Yoshiie on horseback arriving at the gate to Muneto's palace. A great portrait of this famous incident, with beautiful embossing in Muneto's robe and the beauty's white kimono.

Artist - Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

Image Size - 13" x 8 3/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Backed with paper. Slight toning, a few light creases at edges, a few small spots Please see photos for details. Good overall.

Minamoto Hachiman Taro Yoshiie, No. 9 by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)
Minamoto Hachiman Taro Yoshiie, No. 9 by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

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