Japan, late 19th century Set of senso-e type prints, war prints, comprising eight triptychs and the left leaf of a triptych, illustrating scenes from the first Sino-Japanese war in 1894-1895, by various artists including Chikanobu, Nobukazu, Kiyochika, Kokunimasa. Dim. ca. 37 x 72 Note: this type of print had a dual purpose: journalistic, illustrating activities at the front, and propaganda, celebrating the bravery and successes of the Japanese army and navy and promoting patriotism.