Yoshitoshi: Warrior on Horseback Charging into Battle

Yoshitoshi: Drawing of Warrior on Horseback Charging into Battle (Sold)

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Artist: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Title: Drawing of Warrior on Horseback Charging into Battle
Date: ca. 1883

Preparatory drawing in sumi with red under-drawing and pentimenti (corrections) for an unpublished design. A warrior leads a charging horse up steps through gunfire and into battle, a standard bearer beside him. Includes Yoshitoshi’s signature in the signature cartouche. Published in “Beauty & Violence” (1992), page 162, number D.18.

Condition: Excellent condition. Mounted on to backing paper for protection.
Dimensions: 24.c x 32.8 cm
Literature: Published in “Beauty & Violence” (1992), page 162, number D.18.

SKU: DRW475