| Artist |
Kunisada |
| Title |
Minamoto Yorimasa (1106 - 1180) killing the nue, accompanied by Choshichisho and Ii no Hayata Tadatsuku |
| Date |
1813 |
| Publisher |
Kawaguchi |
| Format |
Oban triptych (30 3/8" X 14 3/4") |
| Comment |
Excellent color and condition, centerfolds
The nue was a mythical beast with the head of a monkey,the claws of a tiger,the back of a badger,and a snake for a tail. This creature was thought to be the source of a grave illness of Emperor Konoe as it had been seen on the roof of the Palace.
Very rare design, extremely early for Kunisada. |
| Price |
$2900. |
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