M-114 Large Size Warrior Menuki

Large menuki of Yoshitsune and Benkei

Excellent large size menuki depicting Yoshitsune charging Benkei. A famous story from the tale of the Heikei, Yoshitsune attempted to cross Gojo bridge where Benkei had stationed himself previously disarming 999 samurai of their weapons as they attempted to cross the bridge. Yoshitsune was able to defeat the fearsome Benkei and the powerful Benkei pledged himself to become Yoshitsune's retainer. These menuki are probably the work of Yamasaki Ichiga school in Kyoto and are notable for their high quality and large size. Comes with custom fitted kiri box.

Late Edo

Unsigned

4.12 x 1.66 x .51 cm

3.97 x 1.88 x .55 cm

$1600