Chinzei Hachirō Tametomo and Oniyashi on a Beach
1878
Legendary samurai Minamoto no Tametomo dominates this scene, standing tall in a fiery red robe with wild hair, gripping a massive bow against a backdrop of crashing waves and a distant ship. Below him, a rugged, shirtless figure kneels on the rocky shore, looking up with intensity, a caught fish lying nearby as if just pulled from the sea. Created by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi in 1878, this print is part of his series 'Mirror of Famous Generals of Great Japan,' showcasing his signature dramatic style. Yoshitoshi is often called the 'last great ukiyo-e master' because he pushed the boundaries of traditional woodblock printing right as Japan was modernizing and photography arrived.
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- Woodblock print
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- Paper
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