Comments - Beautiful triptych showing the Meiji Empress standing on a verandah at Hama Palace, viewing the moon. She wears a gorgeous outer robe patterned with dragons over a white kimono tucked into red hakama pants, the fabric trailing on the floor around her. She holds a fan trimmed with colorful ribbons and wears an ornate headpiece. Two ladies-in-waiting bring in trays covered with purple cloth, while a third carries a tasseled cushion. The full moon glows high in the evening sky, framed by a misty cloud, and an elegant palace building can be seen at left. Beautifully detailed with embossing in the white kimono, soft shading in the sky and water, and vibrant color. A striking design.

Artist - Kunichika (1835 - 1900)

Image Size - 14" x 27 1/2" + margins as shown

Condition - With excellent color and detail as shown. Three panels, not attached at the seams, backed with paper. Vertical fold in center panel. Slight separation along fold line, repaired when backed. Slight soiling, faint red offsetting, slight rubbing. Please see photos for details.