{"product_id":"tsukioka-yoshitoshi-taira-no-tomomori-1885-original-japanese-woodblock-print","title":"Tsukioka Yoshitoshi – Taira no Tomomori, 1885 | Original Japanese Woodblock Print","description":"\u003cp\u003eTsukioka Yoshitoshi – Taira no Tomomori, 1885 | Original Japanese Woodblock Print\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore his death, the samurai picked up a broom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated in 1885 by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (1839–1892), one of the great masters of Japanese ukiyo-e, this original woodblock print depicts Taira no Tomomori during the final days of the Heike clan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene comes from one of the most famous episodes in Japanese samurai history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1185, at the Battle of Dan-no-ura, the Heike faced their final defeat against the Genji.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRealizing that the battle was lost, Tomomori did not flee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to The Tale of the Heike, he calmly prepared for the end. Before his death, he is remembered for taking a broom and cleaning the ship — an extraordinary image of composure, dignity, and acceptance in the face of death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than depicting the violence of battle, Yoshitoshi chose this quiet moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA warrior in full armor, sweeping the floor before meeting his fate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an image that captures something deeply rooted in the traditional Japanese ideal of the samurai: dignity even in defeat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABOUT TSUKIOKA YOSHITOSHI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTsukioka Yoshitoshi was one of the most important Japanese print artists of the late 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA student of the celebrated ukiyo-e master Utagawa Kuniyoshi, Yoshitoshi became renowned for his dramatic historical scenes, warriors, supernatural subjects, and psychologically powerful portraits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking during the transition from the Edo period into modern Japan, he witnessed the decline of traditional ukiyo-e as photography and Western printing technologies entered the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this reason, Yoshitoshi is often described as one of the last great masters of ukiyo-e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work was produced in 1885, only seven years before his death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE WORK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTitle:\u003cbr\u003eShinchunagon Taira no Tomomori\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeries:\u003cbr\u003eYoshitoshi Musha Burui\u003cbr\u003e(“Yoshitoshi’s Courageous Warriors”)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist:\u003cbr\u003eTsukioka Yoshitoshi\u003cbr\u003e1839–1892\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDate:\u003cbr\u003e1885 \/ Meiji 18\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeriod:\u003cbr\u003eMeiji Period\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium:\u003cbr\u003eJapanese polychrome woodblock print (nishiki-e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenre:\u003cbr\u003eMusha-e \/ Warrior Print\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublisher:\u003cbr\u003eKobayashi Tetsujiro\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCountry:\u003cbr\u003eJapan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSignature:\u003cbr\u003eYoshitoshi signature and seal visible in the lower right\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDate inscription:\u003cbr\u003eMeiji 18 (1885) visible in the left margin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantity:\u003cbr\u003eOne original work only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact work shown in the photographs will be shipped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA SURVIVOR FROM 19TH-CENTURY JAPAN\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a modern poster or digital reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work is printed on traditional Japanese paper using the woodblock printing process. Pigments can be seen through the reverse of the thin paper, consistent with the characteristics of traditional Japanese woodblock printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colors remain remarkably vivid for a work of this age, particularly the reds, yellows, purples and dark tones of Tomomori’s armor and surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than 140 years after it was produced, the print still retains a striking visual presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors of Japanese art, samurai history and ukiyo-e, it represents a tangible connection to Meiji-period Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an antique work dating from the 19th century and shows natural signs of age and previous handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAge-related toning, discoloration, minor staining, small marks, wear, creases and binding holes may be present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease carefully examine all photographs before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photographs form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo attempt has been made to digitally conceal age-related imperfections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe consider these traces of age part of the history and character of an antique Japanese print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAUTHENTICITY \u0026amp; ATTRIBUTION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work was acquired in Japan from a professional art and antique seller and was sold to us as a genuine work by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist, title, date, publisher, signature, seal and printed inscriptions have been identified based on the information visible on the work and reference information for the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that AUN is not an independent academic authentication institution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnless specifically stated otherwise, no separate certificate from a third-party authentication institution accompanies the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur accompanying documentation is intended to record the identification, provenance information available to us, physical characteristics and condition of the work; it should not be interpreted as an independent expert authentication certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePROVENANCE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcquired in Japan through the Japanese art and antique market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe previous professional seller offered the work under a guarantee of authenticity subject to that seller’s own terms and conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that any guarantee originally provided by the previous seller does not automatically constitute or transfer as an independent third-party authentication certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePLEASE NOTE BEFORE PURCHASING\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an antique artwork, not a newly manufactured product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinor stains, fading, toning, creases, small tears, binding holes, edge wear or other age-related imperfections may be present even when they are not immediately visible in photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor appearance may vary slightly depending on lighting, photography and your screen settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully and contact us before purchasing if you would like additional photographs or details about the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause each antique work is unique, only one is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWORLDWIDE SHIPPING FROM TOKYO\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work will be carefully packed in Tokyo and shipped internationally with tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImport duties, taxes, VAT, customs clearance fees or other charges may apply depending on the destination country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese charges are not included in the product price or shipping cost and, where applicable, are the responsibility of the customer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustoms regulations vary by country. Please check the rules applicable to your destination before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA PIECE OF JAPANESE HISTORY\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is more than an image of a samurai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt captures the final moments of a warrior who understood that his world was about to disappear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoshitoshi chose not to show Tomomori fighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe showed him cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA quiet act before death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrinted in Japan in 1885 and preserved for more than a century, this work carries both the history of ukiyo-e and the memory of the samurai culture that inspired it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne original available.\u003cbr\u003eWorldwide shipping from Tokyo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternational Orders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImport duties, taxes, and customs clearance fees are not included in the product price or shipping cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf applicable, these charges are determined by your country's customs authority and are the responsibility of the customer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTsukioka Yoshitoshi: \"Shin Chunagon Taira no Tomomori,\" 1885 | Japanese Woodblock Print, Ukiyo-e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore his death, the samurai picked up a broom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print was created in 1885 (Meiji 18) by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (1839–1892), one of Japan's leading ukiyo-e artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt depicts Taira no Tomomori, known as one of the last samurai generals of the Taira clan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is taken from one of the most famous episodes in Japanese samurai history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1185, at the Battle of Dan-no-ura, the Taira clan faced their final defeat against the Minamoto clan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTomomori, realizing that the battle was lost, chose not to flee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to \"The Tale of the Heike,\" Tomomori calmly prepared for his end. His act of taking a broom and cleaning the ship is particularly renowned, symbolizing the samurai's composure, dignity, and acceptance of fate in the face of death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoshitoshi did not choose to depict the moment of fierce battle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead, he portrayed a warrior in full armor, quietly sweeping the deck before meeting his ultimate fate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print symbolizes the Japanese samurai culture, which embodies the ideal of maintaining one's dignity even in defeat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABOUT TSUKIOKA YOSHITOSHI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTsukioka Yoshitoshi was one of the most important Japanese ukiyo-e artists of the late 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe studied under the great ukiyo-e master Utagawa Kuniyoshi and produced numerous works including warrior prints, historical paintings, ghostly images, and beautiful women portraits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoshitoshi was active during a period of great social change, transitioning from the Edo period to modern Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs photography and Western printing technologies entered Japan, traditional ukiyo-e culture gradually declined. Yoshitoshi continued to create works during this time, earning him the reputation as one of the \"last ukiyo-e masters.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work, produced in 1885, was created just seven years before Yoshitoshi's death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a work born at the final stage of ukiyo-e culture, which spanned from the Edo to Meiji periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWORK INFORMATION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTitle:\u003cbr\u003eShin Chunagon Taira no Tomomori\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeries:\u003cbr\u003eYoshitoshi Musha Burui\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist:\u003cbr\u003eTsukioka Yoshitoshi\u003cbr\u003e1839–1892\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDate:\u003cbr\u003e1885 \/ Meiji 18\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeriod:\u003cbr\u003eMeiji Period\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnique:\u003cbr\u003ePolychrome woodblock print (nishiki-e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenre:\u003cbr\u003eMusha-e \/ Warrior Print, Historical Painting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublisher:\u003cbr\u003eKobayashi Tetsujiro\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCountry of Production:\u003cbr\u003eJapan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSignature:\u003cbr\u003eYoshitoshi's signature and seal can be seen on the lower right of the print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDate Inscription:\u003cbr\u003eAn inscription \"御届 明治十八年\" (Registered Meiji 18) can be seen on the left margin of the print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantity:\u003cbr\u003eOne original item only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe actual item shown in the photographs will be delivered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA SURVIVOR FROM 19TH-CENTURY JAPAN\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is not a modern poster or digital print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a work printed on traditional Japanese paper using traditional Japanese woodblock techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pigments can be seen through the reverse side of the thin Japanese paper, a characteristic of traditional Japanese woodblock prints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite being over 140 years old, the colors, including red, yellow, purple, and black, remain remarkably vibrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can still enjoy the vivid colors of the armor and background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors of Japanese art, ukiyo-e, and samurai history, this print offers a direct connection to Meiji-era Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is an antique artwork produced in the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to its age, it may show signs of age such as tanning, discoloration, minor stains, small marks, scuffs, creases, and binding holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease carefully examine all photographs before making a purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photographs are an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo attempt has been made to digitally conceal age-related imperfections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease understand that such signs of aging are part of the history and character of an antique woodblock print that has survived for over 100 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAUTHENTICITY \u0026amp; ATTRIBUTION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work was acquired from a professional art and antique dealer in Japan and was sold to us as a genuine work by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist, title, date, publisher, signature, seal, and other inscriptions have been identified based on information visible on the work and reference materials pertaining to the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, AUN is not an independent academic authentication institution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnless specifically stated otherwise, this work does not come with a separate certificate of authenticity issued by a third-party authentication institution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe documentation provided by AUN is intended to record the identification, provenance information available to us, and the physical characteristics and condition of the work; it should not be interpreted as an expert authentication certificate from a third-party institution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePROVENANCE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcquired through the Japanese art and antique market in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe professional dealer from whom it was acquired offered the work with a \"guarantee of authenticity\" subject to their own terms and conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, any guarantee originally provided by the source does not automatically transfer as an independent certificate of authenticity from a third-party institution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePLEASE READ BEFORE PURCHASE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is an antique artwork produced over 100 years ago, not a newly manufactured item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven if not immediately visible in photographs, minor stains, fading, tanning, creases, small tears, binding holes, edge damage, and other age-related changes may be present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe color appearance may vary slightly depending on lighting conditions during photography, the camera used, and the display settings of your monitor or smartphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any concerns about the condition of the work, please request additional photographs or details before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the nature of antiques, it is not possible to provide an identical item again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one item is available for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWORLDWIDE SHIPPING FROM TOKYO\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artwork will be carefully packed in Tokyo and shipped internationally using a trackable shipping method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the destination country, import duties, VAT, various taxes, customs clearance fees, etc., may apply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese costs are not included in the product price or shipping cost and, if applicable, are the responsibility of the purchaser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustoms duties and import regulations vary by country, so please check the rules applicable to your destination before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOWN A PIECE OF JAPANESE HISTORY\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is more than just a \"picture of a samurai.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a work that depicts the final moments of a warrior who understood that his world was about to disappear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoshitoshi did not depict Tomomori fighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe depicted\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Tomomori cleaning.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA quiet act before death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrinted in Japan in 1885 and preserved for over 140 years, this work embodies not only the history of ukiyo-e but also the spirit of the samurai that Yoshitoshi sought to capture and the memory of Japanese culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one item is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips worldwide from Tokyo.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AUN selects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49028343333034,"sku":null,"price":153700.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/1237\/1370\/files\/2D11F969-CB80-4806-8895-4BA2B39FA8A6.jpg?v=1786350544","url":"https:\/\/aun-selection.myshopify.com\/products\/tsukioka-yoshitoshi-taira-no-tomomori-1885-original-japanese-woodblock-print","provider":"Aun Selects","version":"1.0","type":"link"}