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A pair of six-panel screens depicting two samurai archers on horseback

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Pair of six-panel screens depicting a scene in which two samurai archers on horseback are in the thick of the battle for the front line during the historic Battle of the Uji River. Both are armed with bows and quivers loaded with arrows, ready to be shot, while the katana, the distinctive symbol of the Japanese warrior, is secured to their sides. Signed Yamashita Chikusai (1885-1973). Period: Meiji late 19th century. Dimensions: 173 x 379 cm. Condition: Excellent. There are light surface stains.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 68.12 in (173 cm)Width: 149.22 in (379 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Meiji late 19th century
  • Condition:
    Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Milano, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9162242903202

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