Comments - Incredible scene from the Great Naval Battle in the Yellow Sea off the Yalu River during the Sino-Japanese War. In the foreground, men in diving suits and helmets fight with a sword and an enormous clever in front of a net strung across the mouth of the river. A diver at right illuminates the scene with a lantern, casting a shaft of orange light across the murky water. One man in a diving suit lies on the riverbed, while at left a swimmer attacks an enemy with his sword as another fellow swims off. On the choppy water above, two naval ships cast floodlights across the sea, the smaller boats in the center steaming across the waves. A fantastic and creative design, beautifully drawn with fine line work and soft shading in the water and light. A fascinating subject.

Artist - Toshimitsu (active circa 1876 - 1904)

Image Size - 13 7/8" x 27 7/8"

Condition - This print with good color and excellent detail as shown. Three separate panels, backed with paper. Vertical and diagonal folds. Tear across corner, small thinning spot at edge, repaired. Slight toning and soiling, a few stains. Please see photos for details. Good overall.