Impressive old handpainted hanging scroll depicting a samurai warrior Japan, first half 20th century The rare roller ends are made of wood and bone Signed and sealed Good condition, signs of aging (some stain and wrinkles), see photos. Dimensions: (width x height): Total size: approx. 48,5 x 180 cm (excl. roller ends) Dimensions painting: approx. 35 x 102 cm From the earliest times, the Samurai felt that the path of the warrior was one of honor, emphasizing duty to one's master, and loyalty unto death. "Those who are reluctant to give up their lives and embrace death are not true warriors. Go to the battlefield firmly confident of victory, and you will come home with no wounds whatever. Engage in combat fully determined to die and you will be alive; wish to survive in the battle and you will surely meet death. Will be carefully packaged and sent by registered mail.