The Argument about Oars for Reversing during the Genpei War, 1868

by Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892)

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The Argument about Oars for Reversing during the Genpei War, 1868 by Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892)

Original Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892) Japanese Woodblock Print
The Argument about Oars for Reversing during the Genpei War, 1868

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The Argument about Oars for Reversing during the Genpei War, 1868 - Fantastic triptych depicting Minamoto no Yoshitsune and his retainers gathered at an encampment under a pine tree. Just prior to the naval Battle of Yashima in 1185, Kajiwara Kagetoki suggested that the ships be equipped with reversed oars to allow them to move backwards if needed. Yoshitsune reacted angrily, accusing Kajiwara of cowardice. The young nobleman leaps to his feet in the center, his retainers reacting quickly to restrain him. The elderly Kajiwara kneels on a fur skin at left, arguing his point as another warrior tries to calm him, taking him by the arm. At right, the loyal warrior monk Benkei jumps to his master's defense as two samurai rush forward to prevent him from acting. Drapery patterned with the Minamoto paulownia mon frames the scene. A terrific early Yoshitoshi samurai scene with great expressive figures and fine detail in the armor and clothing.

Artist - Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892)

Image Size - 14" x 28 3/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. Slight toning and soiling, slight rubbing and paper remnants at edges, a few creases. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

The Argument about Oars for Reversing during the Genpei War, 1868 by Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892)
The Argument about Oars for Reversing during the Genpei War, 1868 by Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892)

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