Comments - Dramatic scene from the Satsuma Rebellion of the battle at Kumamoto Castle in Satsuma. In the center, the rebel Shinohara Kunimoto thrusts his spear at an Imperial Army soldier as his horse rears on it hind legs. An officer on horseback at right waves his sword, urging his troops forward amidst clouds of smoke. At left, another warrior on a brown horse gestures with his sword as the rebels around him rush at the enemy with weapons held high, one of them stopping to take aim with his gun. The towers of the castle loom high above the fighting at right against a dark night sky. A terrific image with wonderful detail and fine shading in the mountains, smoke, and sky.

Artist - Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892)

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

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. Remnants of paper hinge mounts on reverse at top edge. Vertical fold. Small holes, repaired. Slight toning and creasing. Please see photos for details.