【Important notes】 ・International buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes, and charges not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please note that VAT paid to Catawiki is separate from and does not cover import duties or customs charges in your country. You may still be required to pay additional fees upon delivery, as determined by your local customs authorities. ・Shipping Details: Most items are shipped via Japan Post EMS (airmail). If you are in a hurry, we can arrange shipping via DHL or FedEx upon request for an additional fee. ・Damage and Issues: If you receive a damaged item, please contact us immediately. The damage must be reported to your local post office within 7 days of delivery, and promptly to us and Catawiki support. 【Product details】 This Meiji-period triptych, titled 澎湖嶋占領 暗夜電燈之下 地図黙検之図 (Occupation of the Pescadores Islands under Electric Light at Night), is by the artist 楳朝 (Baichō), known for his historical and war-themed woodblock prints. The work depicts a dramatic night-time scene during the First Sino-Japanese War, with Japanese naval officers studying a map under the glow of electric lights after securing the Pescadores Islands. In the background, warships and large artillery emphasise the military presence, while the moonlight and electric lamps create a striking contrast of light and shadow. The print shows an attempt at the urushi-e (lacquer-picture) technique, a method developed in the Edo period to add a glossy surface using lacquer-like materials. In this Meiji example, the effect is modest and not of the highest refinement, a trait occasionally seen in late 19th-century war prints. This triptych offers both historical and artistic value, capturing a moment of modern warfare with the blend of traditional woodblock printing and emerging Meiji-era technologies. The sheets have a faint old smell, traces of cellophane tape, one small reinforced hole, foxing, creases, and small corner tears. Please refer to the photos for a detailed condition view. Dimensions of a print: approx. H 35.7 cm W 24.3 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!