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P0411-011
Woodblock Print Book
47 RONIN LEADER BIOGRAPHY
Utagawa Yoshitora (active 1850-1880)
JAPAN
MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912)
INK ON PAPER
4.5'' W x 7'' H
$595

Utagawa Yoshitora was a student of Kuniyoshi, active in the mid-19th century as an artist of woodblock prints and books. This book narrates the story of Oishi Kuranosuke, the leader in the famous story "47 Ronin" about a group of warriors who avenge the unjust death of their master. A true tale of loyalty, honor and sacrifice, it was a popular subject illustrated by many ukiyo-e artists... <a href="/stories-descriptions/47-ronin">Read more</a>