Comments - Fantastic triptych of samurai attacking Horikawa palace, where Minamoto no Yoshitsune found refuge from his brother Yoritomo, who eventually killed him in his quest to become absolute ruler of Japan. A fierce battle takes place on a verandah, with Yoshitsune and his men bravely fighting with their attackers with swords and spears. In the center, a young warrior stands atop a fallen enemy with one foot as he uses his spear to counter a blow from another attacker. At right and left, two samurai swing their swords against oncomers, while at left, an archer has just fired off an arrow. The battle continues in the courtyard, with silhouetted figures fighting and smoke and flames rising form the other buildings. A great battle scene filled with energy and action, capturing the chaos of the night attack. A wonderful subject from the life of the notable Yoshitsune.

Artist - Yoshitora (active circa 1840 - 1880)

Image Size - 14 1/4" x 28 1/8" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. Slight thinning on reverse at top corners from previous mounting, repaired. Creasing, slight soiling. Please see photos for details. Good overall.