Sino-Japanese War Chronicle, 1895

by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

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Sino-Japanese War Chronicle, 1895 by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

Original Chikanobu (1838 - 1912) Japanese Woodblock Print
Sino-Japanese War Chronicle, 1895

Senso-e - Senso-e are prints depicting wars, most often the Sino-Japanese War of 1894 - 1895 and the Russo-Japanese War in 1904 - 1905. Primarily triptychs, these images filled the journalistic need for illustrations of current activities on the battle front, but also acted as propaganda, encouraging support for the wars and fostering patriotism. These prints emphasized the bravery and success of the army and navy, using dramatic designs and bold compositions, with customers eagerly purchasing the latest prints. Some famous Meiji era artists did senso-e, including Kiyochika, Chikanobu, and Gekko. By the time the Russo-Japanese War came around, woodblock prints had fallen out of favor due to competition with photography and lithography, so fewer designs exist from this time period as compared to the Sino-Japanese War.

Comments - Dramatic depiction of Japanese troops landing to attack during the Sino-Japanese War. A group of sailors charge ashore, attacking the Chinese defenders. Other boats follow, with officers standing in the prow urging the men forward. At right, Chinese riflemen fire on the Japanese soldiers. A fascinating image, beautifully composed and detailed with fine bokashi shading in the water and sky.

Artist - Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

Image Size - 14 1/8" x 28 1/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. Horizontal centerfold in left panel. A few tears and small holes, thinning along crease lines, repaired. Slight toning, soiling, and creasing, a few small stains. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

Sino-Japanese War Chronicle, 1895 by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)
Sino-Japanese War Chronicle, 1895 by Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)