Torr Antiques & Decorative Arts

Description

An original Japanese woodblock print from 'One Hundred Aspects of the Moon' c.1886 by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (1839-1892) purchased from the Japanese Gallery in London about 40 years ago. Titled 'Inamura Promontory Moon at Daybreak', No.39, it captures Nitta Yoshisada praying to the Sea God and dedicating his sword to the sea at Inamura Promontory. Yoshisada was a 14th century general who found his army trapped between cliffs and an enemy fleet of warships at Inamura Promontory. Next day, the tide receded so Yoshisada's army could cross the water to defeat the enemy.

Blank verso with the exception of a small seal mark in red ink at bottom right. Hand-made paper with fine vertical lines throughout.

Dimensions: Paper - 35.5 x 24.5 cm

Condition: The print is in good antique condition without tears or repairs and with even patination. Margins are present including the left margin with seal and censor marks. It is presented behind an old black mount to which it is attached at the top by two pieces of tape and backed by card with hand written label and ink stamp for the Japanese Gallery.

Postage & packing: £8 within the UK.