Comments - Terrific scene of the Meiji Crown Prince at play in the Imperial Palace. He rides in an elegant miniature carriage with a dragon on the side, pulled by a team of toy horses. An older girl and a young boy pull the shafts of the carriage, while another girl and a beauty push the vehicle forward. Ladies-in-waiting follow along, one carrying his sword, another his plumed hat, and a third the Meiji chrysanthemum flag. The emperor watches with a smile at far left, while the empress stands at far right carrying a folding fan with a red tassel. Wonderful detail in the sumptuous palace setting and fine kimono fabrics, including embossing on the white kimono collars. A great image from Meiji era Japan.

Artist - Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)

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

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three attached panels. Horizontal and vertical folds. Wrinkling, creasing, slight toning and soiling. Please see photos for details.