Comments - Handsome scene of the Meiji Empress and her attendants aboard a magnificent boat with a phoenix at the prow. The Empress stands in the front of the vessel, holding a folding fan and wearing a crown. Beside her, a beauty holds a young prince in her arms. A smaller boat pulls alongside the ship at lower left. The Emperor watches from a verandah built out over the water at right, wearing a black coat patterned with a dragon over a kimono tucked into red patterned pants, surrounded by ladies-in-waiting. Interestingly, he is depicted in traditional dress rather than a military uniform, as is commonly seen. A striking design with vibrant color and wonderful detail. Includes metallic pigment that has oxidized to a dark tone on the crest of the phoenix.

Artist - Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

Image Size - 14 1/8" x 27 1/2" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with good color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. A few small wormholes, repaired. A few small marks. Please see photos for details.