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Kabayama Chujo furu yumo shin no zu|Vice Admiral Kabayama Advancing Bravely and Heartily

Kabayama Chujo furu yumo shin no zu|Vice Admiral Kabayama Advancing Bravely and Heartily is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Mizuno Toshikata. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

This woodblock print, created by Mizuno Toshikata in 1894, depicts a dramatic naval scene. It is titled 'Kabayama Chujo furu yumo shin no zu' or 'Vice Admiral Kabayama Advancing Bravely and Heartily'.

Subject & Meaning

The print shows Vice Admiral Kabayama on a ship's deck, pointing towards an underwater explosion, likely giving an order. A sailor leans over the railing, looking down. The scene is set against a backdrop of burning ships and rough seas, conveying a sense of urgency and action.

Technique & Style

Mizuno Toshikata's work blends elements of Western-style prints with traditional Japanese art. The use of ink and color on paper is characteristic of Japanese woodblock printing techniques.

History & Provenance

The print is held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. It commemorates a real event or figure, Vice Admiral Kabayama, who was a notable figure in the Japanese navy.