Nakamura Shuko

Picture of the Genzan Soldiers Marching on Pyongyang and the Fierce Battle Between the Japanese and Chinese Troops

Nakamura Shuko's original woodcut triptych depicts a picture of the Genzan soldiers marching on Pyongyang and the fierce battle between the Japanese and Chinese troops (Genzan koshin Nisshin ryogun Heijo dai-gekisen no zu) which loosely translates to (Fierce fighting between the Japanese and Chinese armies at Seonghwan near Asan). One can probably view from two perspectives. From an artistic standpoint, it is a brilliant composition portraying a scene from the Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895). Here, Nakamura Shuko has created a scene of warfare with a glorious depiction of the Japanese army defeating the Chinese army troops. Carrying on in Kuniyoshi's tradition, he portrays a courageous captain and his determined riflemen in a manner that leaves no doubt that victory will be theirs. this original woodcut triptych is printed on Japanese mulberry paper and with full margins as published in September 1894 by Sekiguchi Masajiro. It is a fine, original example of the late nineteenth century art created by the Japanese artist, Nakamura Shuko. The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston includes an impression of this original triptych.

Original Japanese Woodcut 'Triptych' by the Japanese artist, Nakamura Shuko.

Picture of the Genzan Soldiers Marching on Pyongyang and the Fierce Battle Between the Japanese and Chinese Troops (Genzan koshin Nisshin ryogun Heijo dai-gekisen no zu) translates to 'Fierce fighting between the Japanese and Chinese armies at Seonghwan near Asan'.

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Title:	Picture of the Genzan Soldiers Marching on Pyongyang and the Fierce Battle Between the Japanese and Chinese Troops (Genzan koshin Nisshin ryogun Heijo dai-gekisen no zu) translates to 'Fierce fighting between the Japanese and Chinese armies at Seonghwan near Asan'.
Artist:	Shuko, Nakamura (Japan, active, 1894 - 1904)
Date:	September 1894
Medium:	Original Japanese Woodcut (Triptych)
Publisher:	Sekiguchi Masajiro
Note:	(Signed, Shuko Ga)
Note:	The art of Japan’s Meiji era between (1868 & 1912) is celebrated both for its rich traditions and for its innovations. A strong influence upon Meiji era artists was the woodcut designs of Kuniyoshi (1798-1861). Students of this golden age artist included Yoshitoshi, Kyosai and most of the dominant designers of the Meiji woodcut.
	Kuniyoshi was most famous for his warrior prints portraying the heroic deeds of the legendary samurai and ronin. Throughout the latter nineteenth century artist continued to make woodcuts along these popular lines, but with the outbreak of war, first against China (1894) "Japan-Sino War" and then against Russia (1904-1905), Japan’s artist turned to contemporary events. The aim became to depict modern warfare and deeds of valor in a light comparable to the traditional warrior prints of Kuniyoshi and his time. Going were the great samurai warriors, but recent events could inspire just as potent legends.
	Nakamura Shuko's great triptych, is an original Japanese woodcut published by Sekiguchi Masajiro in September 1894. It depicts a scene from the Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895), listed under the title, "Picture of the Genzan Soldiers Marching on Pyongyang and the Fierce Battle Between the Japanese and Chinese Troops" (Genzan koshin Nisshin ryogun Heijo dai-gekisen no zu) which loosely translates to 'Fierce fighting between the Japanese and Chinese armies at Seonghwan near Asan'. Its title is also listed elsewhere as (Genzan koshin Nisshin ryogun Heijo dai-gekisen no zu). The first battle of the Sino-Japanese War took place at Seonghwan near Asan on July 29, 1894. After the the fall of Seong hwan, the Chinese retreated, then marched north to unite with the Chinese army at Pyongyang. In September of 1894, the Chinese held a strong defensive position at Pyongyang (Ping yang), Korea. Although the Chinese fought bravely, and stood their ground during the last battle at Pyongyang, it is believed their losses were severe. The Japanese surprise attack was so unexpected that within less than an hour after it had begun, the Chinese surrendered. After the Battle of Pyongyang, the Japanese advanced north to the Yalu River without opposition. The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston includes an impression of this original triptych, accession number 2000,125a-c.
	One can probably view Shuko's great battle scene from two perspectives. From an artistic standpoint, it is a brilliant composition. Nakamura Shuko has created a scene of warfare with a glorious depiction of the Japanese army defeating the Chinese army troops. Carrying on in Kuniyoshi's tradition, he portrays a courageous captain and his determined riflemen in a manner that leaves no doubt that victory will be theirs. Their portrayal shows that they are the true modern versions of the Samurai, preferring to die in battle rather than face defeat or surrender. From a historical and social point of view, however, one may draw upon different conclusions. Unlike the warrior woodcuts of previous eras, this Meiji work of art depicts contemporary campaigns and as such becomes a tool of political motives. Art thus serves propaganda and the re-kindling of samurai legends upon a nation entering modernity, it can be argued, contributed to the militaristic temperament within society which tragically culminated in Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
Reference:	Nathan Chaikin, The Sino-Japanese War, published 1983, p.71, .pl. 27
Size:	Oban (Triptych) (Sizes in inches are approximate, height preceding width of plate-mark or image.)
	Framed and Matted with 100% Archival Materials
Condition:	Printed on Japanese mulberry (rice) paper and with full margins as published in 1894. Apart from very slight foxing in the outer margins this original woodcut, Picture of the Genzan Soldiers Marching on Pyongyang and the Fierce Battle Between the Japanese and Chinese Troops (Japan-Sino War). The Japanese Army Defeating the Chinese Army Troop is in very good condition throughout, with the fine lines and brilliant coloration of an early printing. From both a historical and artistic standpoint, this original woodcut triptych by Nakamura Shuko represents a valuable example of late nineteenth century Japanese art
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