picture scroll of Warring States battles and warriors
Refers to illustrated handscrolls depicting military scenes and famous warriors from Japan's Sengoku period (late 15th to early 17th century). Often used in historical or art-historical contexts.
This museum displays a valuable picture scroll of Warring States battles and warriors.
絵巻物 is a general term for picture scrolls, while 戦国絵巻 specifically depicts scenes from the Warring States period.
戦国時代 is the historical period itself, whereas 戦国絵巻 is an artistic work depicting that era.
Compound of 戦国 (Sengoku, 'Warring States') and 絵巻 (emaki, 'picture scroll'). The term straightforwardly describes its subject matter and format.