Bombarding the Enemy Camp as Our Second Army Lands at Jinzhoucheng, 1894

by Kiyochika (1847 - 1915)

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Bombarding the Enemy Camp as Our Second Army Lands at Jinzhoucheng, 1894 by Kiyochika (1847 - 1915)

Original Kiyochika (1847 - 1915) Japanese Woodblock Print
Bombarding the Enemy Camp as Our Second Army Lands at Jinzhoucheng, 1894

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 night scene from the Sino-Japanese War depicting Chinese troops being struck by naval guns as the Meiji Imperial troops landed at Jinzhoucheng. A terrific explosion sends Japanese footmen flying and casts one of the Chinese horsemen in a dramatic silhouette as his horse rears out from under him. In the background beyond explosions and the shapes of foliage, the shadow of the approaching Japanese army looms. A terrific composition, beautifully colored and shaded. The Boston Museum of Fine Arts has this image in its collection. A great subject for a student of military history.

Artist - Kiyochika (1847 - 1915)

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

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. Horizontal centerfold. Small thinning spot, repaired. Slight toning, a few creases. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

Bombarding the Enemy Camp as Our Second Army Lands at Jinzhoucheng, 1894 by Kiyochika (1847 - 1915)
Bombarding the Enemy Camp as Our Second Army Lands at Jinzhoucheng, 1894 by Kiyochika (1847 - 1915)

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