A White Dragon Ascends Pocket Square
The White Dragon Ascends to Heaven at the Koromo River during the Battle of Takadachi in the Third Year of the Bunji Era (1187), by Utagawa Yoshitsuya, 1822-1826.
- 100% Silk
- Hand Rolled
- Designed and Printed in England
- 42cm x 42cm
A band of warriors, each identified by a name in a red label, gazes in awe at a white dragon rising from the Koromo River in the midst of a lightning storm. Representations in warrior prints of historical subjects like this one were influenced by the compositions and visual devices used in kabuki theatrical performances. The conventions were also used in contemporary battle prints of the Meiji era.
At the centre of this artwork stands the great warrior-monk Benkei, who holds a staff with a red banner emblazoned with the Wheel of the Buddhist Law. Benkei was the devoted retainer of the young Minamoto no Yoshitsune, who stands in full battle armor beneath the pine tree at right.
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The White Dragon Ascends to Heaven at the Koromo River during the Battle of Takadachi in the Third Year of the Bunji Era (1187), by Utagawa Yoshitsuya, 1822-1826.
- 100% Silk
- Hand Rolled
- Designed and Printed in England
- 42cm x 42cm
A band of warriors, each identified by a name in a red label, gazes in awe at a white dragon rising from the Koromo River in the midst of a lightning storm. Representations in warrior prints of historical subjects like this one were influenced by the compositions and visual devices used in kabuki theatrical performances. The conventions were also used in contemporary battle prints of the Meiji era.
At the centre of this artwork stands the great warrior-monk Benkei, who holds a staff with a red banner emblazoned with the Wheel of the Buddhist Law. Benkei was the devoted retainer of the young Minamoto no Yoshitsune, who stands in full battle armor beneath the pine tree at right.
Watch how our squares are made
Reviews: Click to read Customer & Expert Product Reviews.
Shipping: Global Express Shipping in 1-4 working days to most locations. See our Shipping Policy.
Returns: Free 90 day returns. If you are not completely happy with your purchase, we will provide a full refund.
Questions? If you have any questions for us regarding any aspect of our products, or just need some tips, then please don't hesitate to get in touch at [email protected]
