Utagawa Yoshitora was a student of Kuniyoshi, active in the mid-19th century as an artist of woodblock prints and books. This book narrates the story of Oishi Kuranosuke, the leader in the famous story ''47 Ronin'' about a group of warriors who avenge the unjust death of their master. A true tale of loyalty, honor and sacrifice, it was a popular subject illustrated by many ukiyo-e artists...
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