Comments - Dramatic depiction of Minamoto no Yoritomo's attack on the Shirakawa Palace during the Hogen Rebellion. The palace was defended by Yoritomo's father, Minamoto no Tameyoshi, and his brother, the legendary archer Minamoto no Tametomo. At right, Tametomo has just fired an arrow as he gallops along on a black horse. In the center, a samurai gripping a large iron club faces an opponent with a sword. The fighting continues all around them on horseback and on foot, with troops seen dark gray silhouette in the distance. At right, flames and smoke swirl up into the night sky from the burning palace. A lively scene with expressive figures and wonderful detail in the armor and weapons.
Artist - Yoshitora (active circa 1840 - 1880)
Image Size - 13 3/8" x 27 7/8" + margins as shown
Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Three separate panels. Slight separation at end of vertical fold at edge of right panel, repaired. Slight toning and soiling, a few spots, slight rubbing at edges. Please see photos for details. Good overall.
This Auction Falls Under Our Standard Auction Rules and Guidelines
If you are a new bidder, please read the Rules and Guidelines page before bidding.