Comments - Terrific illustration of the Shogun Minamoto no Yoritomo's famous hunt that took place at the foot of Mt. Fuji in 1193. Archers on horseback race across the plains, firing at deer, rabbits, bears, and foxes. Samurai on foot beat bamboo brooms to flush the game across the field, driving the animals into an area enclosed by cloth tent walls. At bottom right, the warrior Tadatsune straddles an enormous wild boar, ready to kill it with his knife. Wounded by several arrows, the enraged animal snarls and leaps, knocking over a few men on the ground. The shogun and his court watch the proceedings from an elaborate pavilion atop a low hill at center. A lively view of this historic event, with wonderful detail and a handsome natural setting.

Artist - Yoshikazu (active circa 1850 - 1870)

Image Size - 14 3/8" x 19 3/4"

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Two attached panels. Vertical fold. Small losses and thinning at edge, a few small holes, repaired. Slight toning and soiling, a few creases, slight rubbing at edges, a couple small stains. Please see photos for details.