Comments - Fantastic image of the famous race across the water at the Battle of Uji River, when three of Minamoto no Yoshitsune's generals fought to see who could reach the opposite shore and engage the enemy first. At left, Hatakeyama Shigetada shoulders his horse as he leads the animal through the deep water, another general swimming alongside him. Sasaki Shiro Takatsuna follows behind on a dappled horse, slicing through an arrow above his head with his sword. At right, Kajiwara Genda Kagesue thrusts his riding crop forward, his bow tucked beneath his arm. He wears a helmet topped with deer antlers, and his personal standard rises above his back. Fighting is already taking place on the bridge ahead, with warriors seen in silhouette. A great illustration of this historic incident, wonderfully detailed.

Artist - Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)

Image Size - 14 3/8" x 29 3/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Three separate panels. Losses at edges, tear, a few wormholes, repaired. Creasing, slight toning, soiling, and spotting, vertical wrinkle in center panel. Please see photos for details.