Comments - Outstanding illustration from the Sino-Japanese War of Imperial Navy troops firing a large cannon at the Chinese near Haiyang Island. A barefooted sailor leaps into action, cranking a wheel to reposition the gun carriage following a shot. Smoke drifts in through the gun port at left and across the deck of the ship as officers direct the attack, one using binoculars to watch the shell's trajectory. An enemy shot explodes in the air at upper left, creating an orange starburst, the brightest spot of color in the scene. The Boston Museum of Fine Arts has this image in its collection. Incredible detail in this striking triptych. A fantastic choice for a student of naval history.

Artist - Toshikata (1866 - 1908)

Image Size - 14" x 27 7/8" + margins

Condition - This triptych with excellent color and detail. Three separate panels. Slight toning at edges. Please see photos for details. Very nice overall.