A refined Japanese hanging scroll executed in hand painted ink and colors on silk depicting Minamoto no Yoshiie at the legendary Nakoso Barrier, created by the distinguished artist Mori Yuzan, active from the Meiji to Taisho periods. Minamoto no Yoshiie also known as Hachimantaro Yoshiie is revered as one of the most prominent warrior leaders of the Heian era. This scroll portrays him with elegance as he rides through the serene landscape of Nakoso an ancient checkpoint steeped in poetry and history. Nakoso is especially famous for a classical poem attributed to Yoshiie himself recorded in the imperial anthology Senzai Wakashu. After completing the Later Three Years War he is said to have composed the following waka upon passing the barrier Fuku kaze o Nakoso no seki to omoedomo michimose ni chiru yama zakura kana I thought the barrier of Nakoso would hold back the wind yet it blows on scattering mountain cherry blossoms until the path is carpeted with petals This poem highlights Yoshiie’s dual qualities of martial prowess and refined literary talent. Mori Yuzan’s painting captures this quiet dignity and the harmony between the warrior and the natural surroundings. The mounting features elegant brocade and the scroll ends are crafted from cattle bone giving the piece a classical and refined presence. A valuable work for collectors of samurai art waka poetry and Meiji to Taisho painting. This item will be securely packed and shipped from Japan. Details Period Meiji to Taisho Artist Mori Yuzan 1869 to 1917 Title Minamoto no Yoshiie at Nakoso Barrier Technique Hand painted on silk Scroll ends Cattle bone Scroll size 188 cm x 57.5 cm Painting size 100 cm x 40 cm We use Japan post as a usual shipping method. Dear French buyers If you not receive the items within 2 weeks , please check the category "Recommended Letter (lettre recommandée) "with the tracking number our provided on the French Postal office online ("LaPoste.fr"). Dear Italian buyers If you are an individual, please tell me codice fiscale by message at the time of payment. (If you are a legal entity, partia IVA) Due to the recent tightening of Italian customs inspections, we cannot deliver the object to you without the above number. However, due to extremely high shipping volumes at this time, delivery may take over three months. Thank you for your understanding. Dear Valued Buyers in Europe, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to you. Thanks to your continued support, I have been able to carry on my business for more than ten years. As of June 28, 2025, new regulations have taken full effect in the European Union concerning the importation of cultural property from outside the EU. Under these rules, when items are classified as “Cultural Property” or as antiques over 100 years old, and they are not accompanied by an Export Permit for Cultural Property, certain restrictions may apply under both Italian law and EU regulations. This Export Permit for Cultural Property has traditionally been required when exporting items such as swords, and obtaining it generally takes about one month. For this reason, when shipping hanging scrolls that are more than 100 years old, I will continue to use the same HS code as for those less than 100 years old. I sincerely ask for your kind understanding regarding this matter. With gratitude and respect,