Yoshitoshi: Three Samurai Beneath Cherry Blossoms from the Tale of the Heike (Sold)

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Artist: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Title: Kagekiyo and Shigetada in Nara
Date: 1866

Akushichibyōe Kagekiyo appearing before Hatakeyama Shigetada (Shirafuji Hikoshichichiro) at the Hall of the Great Buddha at the Tōdai-ji in Nara. Three Taira samurai seem to be readying themselves for battle. Their 12th C. exploits were recorded in the Heike Monogatari.

Condition: Very good impression and color. Good condition. Some stains.
Dimensions: Triptych
Literature: Keyes 169.
Signature: Ikkeisai Yoshitoshi ga

SKU: YOT734