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Minamoto no Yoshitsune Rescuing Kenrei Mon'in during the Battle of Dannoura, 1889. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
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Minamoto no Yoshitsune Rescuing Kenrei Mon'in during the Battle of Dannoura, 1889. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Minamoto no Yoshitsune Rescuing Kenrei Mon'in during the Battle of Dannoura, 1889
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1880s Arrow Cabin Calligraphy Clan Colourful Deck Diptych Heian Period Hero Heroic Heroism Historic Figure Historical Person Honshu Japan Legend Legendary Meiji Era Meiji Period Mercy Minamoto Minamoto Clan Minamoto No Ushiwakamaru Minamoto No Yoshitsune Minamoto Yoshitsune Naginata On Board On Deck Rescue Rescuing Samurai Sea Battle Shimonoseki Strait Sorrow Strait Taiso Tsukioka Yoshitoshi Ushiwakamaru Yoshitoshi Tsukioka Yoshitsune Yoshitsune Minamoto No Colour Woodblock Print
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Minamoto no Yoshitsune Rescuing Kenrei Mon'in during the Battle of Dannoura," a captivating woodblock print by the renowned Japanese artist Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, portrays a pivotal moment in Japanese history from the 12th century. The print, created in the 1880s during the Meiji Era, depicts the heroic act of Minamoto no Yoshitsune as he bravely rescues Empress Kenrei Mon'in from the raging battlefield. The image unfolds on a colorful, two-panel diptych, each panel showcasing a distinct scene. On the left, Yoshitsune, clad in armor and wielding a bow and arrow, charges towards the enemy lines, his determination etched on his face. On the right, amidst the chaos of the battle, Yoshitsune reaches out to Kenrei Mon'in, who is dressed in an elegant kimono, her expression filled with relief and gratitude. The background of the print is rich in detail, featuring a cabin on the shoreline, the deck of a ship, and the turbulent waters of Dan-no-Ura, a geographical feature on the coast of Honshu, Japan. The print is a testament to the artistic prowess of Yoshitoshi, with intricate calligraphy adorning the borders and the vivid use of color adding depth and emotion to the scene. The legend of Minamoto no Yoshitsune and Empress Kenrei Mon'in is deeply rooted in Japanese history and culture. This heroic tale of mercy and self-sacrifice during the Battle of Dan-no-Ura continues to captivate audiences and is a significant piece of heritage art from the Heian and Meiji periods.
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