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A Late 19th Century Japanese Ukiyo-e Triptych Woodblock Print, Sino-Japanese War Battle Scene

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Description

A triptych of Japanese Ukiyo-e woodblock prints, dating to the late 19th century. The composition depicts a dynamic battle scene from the Sino-Japanese War, featuring numerous soldiers in period uniforms engaged in combat with swords and firearms. The rightmost panel includes a Japanese Rising Sun flag and a textual cartouche reading “日清魂壊大激戰” (Sino-Japanese War Great Battle). The leftmost panel displays a red flag with a dragon-like emblem and a detailed map in the upper left. The prints are executed on paper.


Condition report:

The paper exhibits age-related discoloration and some fading of the original pigments. Minor creasing and handling wear are visible across the panels.