Comments - Interesting depiction of Korean palace during the Joseon Dynasty, which ruled from 1392 to 1897. At right, a man reads a proclamation as three men bow on the floor before him. Behind him, two stern-faced Korean officials sit behind a table covered with red cloth. A Japanese diplomat in a black uniform sits on a stool just to the left of them. In the center, a beautiful young woman pauses on the tiled walkway, looking down pensively, holding her sleeve to her chin. A young girl peers around her back with a smile, while a servant kneels at left, her hands clasped together beneath her blue sleeves. The mansion is built into a hillside with several terraces, overlooking a view of the mountains framed by a tree. The First Sino-Japanese War between Japan and China over control of Korea began in 1894. A handsome design, nicely composed and colored with fine detail in the architectural setting.

Artist - Meiji era artist (unsigned)

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

Condition - This print with good color and detail as shown. Two separate panels. Diagonal folds, creasing. Please see photos for details.