Comments - Fantastic scene of Oda Nobunaga's last battle at Honno-ji Temple. One of Nobunaga's generals, Akechi Mitsuhide, treacherously attacked his master while he was resting at Honno-ji in an effort to overthrow him. Faced with an overwhelming number of troops, Nobunaga committed suicide. Here, he grabs hold of an attacker's spear as his loyal retainer Mori Ranmaru races to his aid at left. The diagonals of the spear and the wall focus attention on Nobunaga, who grimaces angrily as he stands his ground. A dramatic image with expressive figures and a striking composition. Includes burnishing on the black lacquer trim.

Artist - Meiji era artist (not read)

Image Size - 13 5/8" x 27 3/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. Paper remnants on reverse from previous backing. A few small losses at edges and holes, repaired. Wrinkling, creasing, slight toning and soiling, slight rubbing at edges. Please see photos for details.