The image depicts a large Japanese battleship with a black hull and multiple decks. The decks are teal and have gold trim. There are several people on board, wearing red and blue uniforms. A large plume of white smoke rises from the left side of the ship. A red and green sign with Japanese characters is visible at the top center. A circular emblem with a red border and Japanese characters is on the right. A red flag is draped over the right side of the ship. The ship has three masts with ropes and rigging. A smaller boat is suspended from the right side. The background shows a blue sky with white clouds and a body of water with small waves.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 1874 (Meiji 7)
- Medium:
- Triptych of woodblock prints; ink and color on paper
- Culture:
- Japan
- Dimensions:
- 599 × 304 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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