In the Taiheiki, the Great Army of Ashikaga Takauji Is Defeated by the Small Force of Kusunoki Masatsura, 1847 - 1852

by Yoshitora (active circa 1840 - 1880)

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In the Taiheiki, the Great Army of Ashikaga Takauji Is Defeated by the Small Force of Kusunoki Masatsura, 1847 - 1852 by Yoshitora (active circa 1840 - 1880)

Original Yoshitora (active circa 1840 - 1880) Japanese Woodblock Print
In the Taiheiki, the Great Army of Ashikaga Takauji Is Defeated by the Small Force of Kusunoki Masatsura, 1847 - 1852

Musha-e - Literally translated as "warrior pictures," musha-e became popular during the Edo era, depicting both samurai from myth and legend and historic figures. Subjects range from single portraits of famous generals to lively battle scenes filled with action, by artists such as Kuniyoshi, Sadahide, and Yoshikazu. Nicely detailed, these great images are a nice choice for a collector interested in the warrior tradition.

Artist - Yoshitora (active circa 1840 - 1880)

Image Size - 14 3/8" x 9 7/8" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Slight glue residue at sides on front and back from previous mounting. A few small holes, repaired. Slight wrinkling and soiling. Please see photos for details.

In the Taiheiki, the Great Army of Ashikaga Takauji Is Defeated by the Small Force of Kusunoki Masatsura, 1847 - 1852 by Yoshitora (active circa 1840 - 1880)
In the Taiheiki, the Great Army of Ashikaga Takauji Is Defeated by the Small Force of Kusunoki Masatsura, 1847 - 1852 by Yoshitora (active circa 1840 - 1880)

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