The artwork titled “Senzaki Yagorô Noriyasu” by the esteemed artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi, created circa 1847 to 1848, is a woodblock print reflecting the Ukiyo-e art movement. This piece, measuring 37.4 x 25.5 cm, belongs to the genre of illustration and is part of the series “Stories of the True Loyalty of the Faithful Samurai.” It is currently housed at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
The artwork vividly portrays a dynamic character, Senzaki Yagorô Noriyasu, presumably a samurai, captured in a dramatic action pose. The figure is adorned in elaborately patterned attire with striking colors, including a predominant use of teal and purple hues. Intricate detailing is evident in the textures and designs of the clothing, as well as the character’s accessories, such as the swords and footwear. A text narrative occupies the upper portion of the artwork, providing context to the depicted scene, while the overall composition is marked by balance and fluidity, typical of Kuniyoshi’s artistic style.
