The 47 Ronin, Act 6: Kampei's Suicide, 1847 - 1850

by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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The 47 Ronin, Act 6: Kampei's Suicide, 1847 - 1850 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Original Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864) Japanese Woodblock Print
The 47 Ronin, Act 6: Kampei's Suicide, 1847 - 1850

Series; The Storehouse of Loyal Retainers

The Storehouse of Loyal Retainers - Handsome scene from Toyokuni III's 1847 - 1850 series illustrating the famous tale of the 47 ronin, "The Storehouse of Loyal Retainers (Chushingura). Beginning with the helmet inspection at the shrine and culminating in the laying of Moronao's head at Lord Hangan's tomb, Toyokuni III illustrates the story with great drama and wonderfully detailed settings, each design framed by the ronin's traditional black and white dogtooth border. A great choice for a collector interested in this classic tale of honor and revenge.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 8 3/8" x 12 1/2" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with good detail as shown. A couple small losses and holes, repaired. Slight creasing, stain at edge. Please see photos for details.

The 47 Ronin, Act 6: Kampei's Suicide, 1847 - 1850 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)
The 47 Ronin, Act 6: Kampei's Suicide, 1847 - 1850 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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