Comments - Terrific triptych of the great Minamoto leader Yoshitsune with his nineteen loyal retainers in traveling in his ship. Yoshitsune is seated in the center under the elegant black lacquer roof emblazoned with the paulownia crest of the Minamoto. He wears elegant robes, and holds a cup of sake in his extended hand. The warrior monk Benkei stands in the prow wearing a monk's mantle, shading his eyes with his hand as he keeps a lookout for enemies. Another retainer stands in the stern, scowling angrily. White-capped waves crash against side of the ship and tassels and banners flutter in the wind. A fantastic samurai subject with wonderful detail.

Artist - Yoshikazu (active circa 1850 - 1870)

Image Size - 14 1/8" x 28 3/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. Slight separation and thinning along vertical folds in two panels, a few holes, repaired. Slight soiling, slight rubbing at edges, a few creases. Please see photos for details. Good overall.