Kuniyoshi: Soga Brothers Triptych (Sold)
Artist: Utagawa Kuniyoshi
Title: Soga Brothers Triptych
Series:
Date: 1856
Chô chidori satsuki no irodori. The Soga brothers with Tora of Ôiso between them. The young brothers are ready to fight, each holding a sword and one holding a lit torch. In the distance we see a battle encampment. This work has heightened drama thanks to the dark background, making the figures stand out from the page. Rain falls in subtle translucent grey lines.
Condition: Very good impression, color and condition. Minor trimming.
Dimensions: ôban triptych
Publisher: Ebi-ya Rinnosuke
Literature: Robinson T328
Signature: Ichiyûsai Kuniyoshi ga with his paulownia seal
SKU: KUY463