The artwork titled “Strings for Night Firing” was created by the artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi. It belongs to the art movement known as Ukiyo-e and falls under the genre of battle painting.
The artwork depicts a group of warriors engaged in battle, with each figure meticulously illustrated in traditional armor, poised with their weapons. The intricate details of their attire and weaponry highlight the period’s martial prowess. The composition effectively captures the tension and coordination required in night-time warfare, emphasized by the disciplined stances and synchronized actions of the soldiers. The surrounding text adds a historical and cultural context, enhancing the narrative quality of the piece. This work is a testament to Utagawa Kuniyoshi’s skill in portraying dynamic and intense battle scenes, characteristic of the Ukiyo-e movement.
