The Great Gene War, 1860

by Yoshiiku (1833 - 1904)

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The Great Gene War, 1860 by Yoshiiku (1833 - 1904)

Original Yoshiiku (1833 - 1904) Japanese Woodblock Print
The Great Gene War, 1860

Comments - Fantastic triptych of the famous Battle of Yeshiva between the Minamoto and the Taira. The Taira hung a fan from the mast of a ship and taunted the Minamoto to fire at it, trying to get them to waste ammunition. The eighteen-year-old samurai Nash no Yoichi, shown at far upper left on horseback, has just fired an arrow, which knocks the fan into the air at extreme top right on the first attempt. A princess stands in a boat below, watching the arrow sail overhead. In the center, Taira warriors in boats converge on three Minamoto horsemen who have plunged their mounts into the sea. Wearing a horned battle helmet, Yoshitsune leans over with his riding crop as he attempts to retrieve his bow. During the fighting on shore, he had lost his small bow and did not want to be laughed at if it fell into enemy hands, so he risked his life to recover it. Spears, naginata, and swords are all pointed at the samurai as they struggle through the water. A terrific depiction of this legendary battle, full of energy and action, beautifully detailed.

Artist - Yoshiiku (1833 - 1904)

Image Size - 14" x 28 1/8"

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Three separate panels. Vertical fold in right panel. A few small wormholes and holes, repaired. Slight toning and soiling, a few creases and small spots. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

The Great Gene War, 1860 by Yoshiiku (1833 - 1904)
The Great Gene War, 1860 by Yoshiiku (1833 - 1904)

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