Samurai on Campaign
Sold – no longer available
This piece was handmade by Kikuchi Yōsai and was a one-of-a-kind work. It cannot be reordered and will never exist in this form again. The page stays online as part of our archive.
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Details about the sold piece
- Height 200 cm
- Width 53 cm
- Item Type Kakemono
- Jikusaki Wood
- Material Honshi Silk
- Period of Creation Shôwa (1926–1989)
- Technique Hand-Painted
- Unique Work Yes
Description
This impressive kakemono depicts a symbolic scene from the life of the legendary samurai Minamoto no Yoshiie, also known as Hachiman Tarō. The hand-painted work presents the famous warrior on horseback, accompanied by loyal vassals, while a flock of startled wild geese takes flight across the sky – a classic motif symbolizing departure or change.
The richly detailed and expressive composition on high-quality silk is distinguished by masterful brushwork that authentically captures both the finely worked armor and the dynamic movement of the figures. The artist succeeds in skillfully combining historical accuracy with artistic freedom, granting the viewer insight into Japan's turbulent history.
Stylishly rounded off by traditional wooden jikusaki, this kakemono combines historical depth with timeless aesthetic elegance. Whether as an exclusive collector's piece for connoisseurs and lovers of Japanese culture or as an expressive work of art for a special setting – this extraordinary unique work invites you to experience history brought to life and to capture the atmosphere of a significant era of Japan in your rooms.
