Attractively painted composition depicting Hachimantaro, a Minamoto clan samurai of the late Heian period. The image of the warlord is mounted on cream-coloured silk with floral patterns. For an accent, a different pattern can be found above and above his image. At the top and the bottom, light purple brocade silk has been carefully picked to complement all the colours- ivory, red, black and white. At the end of the scroll, the black-end bottom roller is decorated with golden details.

Hachiman Taro/ Minamoto no Yoshiie, a man who came to embody the spirit of the samurai and a legend even in his own time, was the son of Minamoto Yoriyoshi. Hachiman Taro became something of a paragon of samurai skill and bravery.
 
Dimensions
25ʺW × 0.3ʺD × 53ʺH
 
Country of Origin
Japan
 
Art Subjects
Portrait
 
 
Period
Early 20th Century
 
Item Type
Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
 
Materials
Paint
Paper
Silk
Wood
Condition
Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
 
Color
Ivory
 
Condition Notes
The hanging scroll has been well-preserved, clean and generally in good condition. A few minor scratches can be found due to the use and age. The original wooden box has also been preserved but shows signs of ageing