Series; The Sixty-nine Post Stations of the Kisokaido Road, 1852 - 1853
Wada: Wada Hyoe, 1852 - Dramatic image of the warrior Wada no Hyoe Hidemori entering Moritsuna's camp and facing the guns of four enemies. He wears formal court dress with a black kimono tucked into a blue and black brocade kamishimo, his long pants trailing beneath his feet. He glares angrily as he looks to the side, stretching out the edges of his vest with his hands. The inset at upper left shows a peaceful village at the end of rice fields, surrounded by mountains. A bold portrait, nicely composed and detailed.
Artist - Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)
Image Size - 13 1/2" x 9 5/8"
Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Separation at ends of vertical fold at left edge, thinning at corner, repaired. Slight soiling. Please see photos for details. Good overall.
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