Oshu gosannen ki 奥州後三年記 下

A1837.3

From: Japan

Curatorial Section: Asian

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Object Title Oshu gosannen ki 奥州後三年記 下
Object Number A1837.3
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Japanese
Provenience Japan
Section Asian
Materials Paper | Wood
Iconography Battle | Soldiers
Inscription Language Japanese Language
Description

Illustrated version of the "Record of the Later Three Years [War] of Oshu". Part 3. Paper scroll narrative with calligraphy and four pictures describing preparation for waging battles. Some interior scenes and outdoor scenes with fauna and flora.Scroll begins with loose-style calligraphy. Soldiers around campfire battle with horses; much blood. Wood scroll-ends to painting.

Credit Line The Chinese Expedition, Carl W. Bishop, 1916
Other Number CG94-1-105 - Found in Collection Number

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