Shima Sakon Tomoyuki Battling Saito Daihachiro Toshitsugu - Dramatic scene of the warriors Shima Sakon Tomoyuki and Saito Daihachiro Toshitsugu dueling on the shore of a river. In the center, Toshitsugu thrusts his naginata at his opponent, gripping the handle with both hands. Tomoyuki counters the blow with his sword, holding the blade with both hands. His armor is tattered and torn, and pierced with broken arrows, and a severed head lies on the rocky ground between the pair. At right, a general on horseback waves his tasseled command baton as he and his retainers watch the duel. Several egrets fly overhead against the dark night sky, startled by the commotion. A terrific early warrior triptych by Yoshitoshi, detailed with fine line work on the armor, expressive faces, and bokashi shading on the night sky.

Artist - Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892)

Image Size - 13 7/8" x 27 3/8"

Condition - This print with good color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. Slight paper remnants on reverse at edges from previous mounting. Slight rubbing, a couple creases and marks. Please see photos for details.