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.
From an untitled series of Sino-Japanese War prints - Handsome design from an untitled series depicting scenes from the Sino-Japanese War. These chuban format prints feature a variety of subjects, from troops in battle on land or at sea to dignitaries and officers in meetings. They have nicely detailed settings, and some include deluxe publishing techniques such as burnishing or embossing. An interesting historical record and the first time we've seen these woodblocks.
Artist - Meiji era artist (unsigned)
Image Size - 6 7/8" x 9 3/8"
Condition - Good color and detail. Thinning along vertical centerfold, a few wormholes, repaired. A few creases.
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