Original Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892) Japanese Woodblock
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Nawa-no-Nagashige Helping Go-Daigo Escape from Oki to His Castle, Funanoe-san
Emperor Go-Daigo and his attempt to return to power by overthrowing the feudal government was the model for the 19th century Meiji restoration. There are many stories of Go-Daigo's years in exile and his efforts to wrest control from the shogun. In this famous scene the Lord Nawa-no-Nagashige, who supported Go-Daigo, is helping the Emperor return from exile on Oki Island. The Emperor was unused to walking, as he was normally carried on a litter, so the faithful Nawa-no-Nagashige carried the emperor on his back and the pair returned to attempt to establish rule in Kyoto. An exceptional Yoshitoshi illustration of this historic tale, detailed with burnishing in the black court cap and armor.
13" x 8 3/4" + margins as shown
Emperor Go-Daigo and his attempt to return to power by overthrowing the feudal government was the model for the 19th century Meiji restoration. There are many stories of Go-Daigo's years in exile and his efforts to wrest control from the shogun. In this famous scene the Lord Nawa-no-Nagashige, who supported Go-Daigo, is helping the Emperor return from exile on Oki Island. The Emperor was unused to walking, as he was normally carried on a litter, so the faithful Nawa-no-Nagashige carried the emperor on his back and the pair returned to attempt to establish rule in Kyoto. An exceptional Yoshitoshi illustration of this historic tale, detailed with burnishing in the black court cap and armor.
13" x 8 3/4" + margins as shown
Condition
With excellent color and detail as shown. Losses at lower left edge and bottom corner, repaired, blends well. Faint offsetting, very slight soiling, a few creases. Please see photos for details. Good overall.
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Original Yoshitoshi (1839 - 1892) Japanese Woodblock
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