Comments - Terrific portrait of the warrior monk Musashibo Benkei painting a signboard. He leans forward with an angry glare, his eyes bulging, a brush in hand and an ink stone on the ground nearby. He wears a fine suit of armor over a green print kimono with a red arm protector, a black court cap on his head and a small arsenal of weapons at his back. Behind him, a plum tree covered with white blossoms and buds frames the night sky. A handsome design, beautifully detailed with burnishing in the armor and cap.

Artist - Yoshitora (active circa 1840 - 1880)

Image Size - 14 3/8" x 9 1/2" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. A few small wormholes, repaired. A few creases. Please see photos for details. Good overall.