In the Chinchon Region, Five Military Engineers of Japan Rout Over One Hundred Chinese Soldiers, 1894

by Toshikata (1866 - 1908)

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In the Chinchon Region, Five Military Engineers of Japan Rout Over One Hundred Chinese Soldiers, 1894 by Toshikata (1866 - 1908)

Original Toshikata (1866 - 1908) Japanese Woodblock Print
In the Chinchon Region, Five Military Engineers of Japan Rout Over One Hundred Chinese Soldiers, 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 - Terrific scene from the Sino-Japanese War illustrating a battle in which five Japanese soldiers won a fight against one hundred Chinese warriors. Here the victorious Japanese chase off the last of the Chinese troops, who flee before them as they attack waving their swords overhead. At right, two Chinese soldiers are piled in a heap, victims of the battle. Nice detail in the uniforms and weapons, including touches of burnishing, and beautiful soft shading in the background. A handsome depiction from this historic conflict.

Artist - Toshikata (1866 - 1908)

Image Size - 13 3/4" x 28"

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three attached panels, backed with paper. Slight toning and soiling, a few creases. Please note, due to the size, this print may be shipped rolled. Please see photos for details.

In the Chinchon Region, Five Military Engineers of Japan Rout Over One Hundred Chinese Soldiers, 1894 by Toshikata (1866 - 1908)
In the Chinchon Region, Five Military Engineers of Japan Rout Over One Hundred Chinese Soldiers, 1894 by Toshikata (1866 - 1908)

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