Ōkubo Hikozaemon Tadanori Rescuing Tokugawa Ieyasu 1881

This woodblock print, created in 1881 by renowned Japanese artist Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, depicts a dramatic scene from Japanese history. Titled "Ōkubo Hikozaemon Tadanori Rescuing Tokugawa Ieyasu," it portrays the samurai Ōkubo Hikozaemon shielding Tokugawa Ieyasu from a shower of arrows during the Battle of Mikata-ga-hara in 1572. Yoshitoshi was a master of the *ukiyo-e* style, known for its dynamic compositions, vibrant colors, and detailed imagery. This print exemplifies his skill, capturing the intensity and heroism of this historical moment with striking visual impact.