Japanese Print "Mirrors of Famous Generals of Japan - Benkei and Yoshitsune" by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Artist:Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Title:Mirrors of Famous Generals of Japan - Benkei and Yoshitsune
Date:1888.
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Source:artelino - Japanese Prints
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From the series "Dainippon Meisho Kagami" ("Mirrors of the Famous Generals of Great Japan"). Ushiwakamaru (later known as Yoshitsune) and Benkei are fighting on Gojo Bridge in Kyoto. The mighty priest-warrior, Musashibo Benkei, is trying hard to strike agile Yoshitsune in vain. At last, he surrendered and became one of the loyal followers of Yoshitsune. They are the most beloved heroes in Japanese legends and numerous kabuki plays and ukiyo-e have depicted them.
