Comments - Fantastic triptych of the great archer Minamoto no Tametomo (also known as Chinzei Hachiro Tametomo) sinking the leading ship of his enemy Mochimitsu's fleet with a single arrow. He perches upon a rocky outcropping at left, his gripping his bow, having just released the arrow, the wind blowing his robes about him. In the center, Tametomo's mistress, Sasaraye, who is armed with a naginata, and his retainer, Oniyasha, holding an iron club, watch as the ship flounders in the sea, the single arrow piercing its thick hull. At lower left, a group of islanders looks on in admiration. A dynamic composition with outstanding detail and fine bokashi shading in the sky, plus a dusting of mica over the water.

Artist - Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)

Image Size - 13 7/8" x 27 7/8"

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels, backed with paper. A few wormholes, repaired. Slight toning and ink offsetting. Please see photos for details. Good overall.