Zin-mu-ten-woo landt op Kii 1832 - 1852

This drawing, titled "Zin-mu-ten-woo landt op Kii" by Henri Philippe Heidemans, is a black and white illustration depicting a scene from Japanese mythology. The artwork, created between 1832 and 1852, showcases the arrival of the legendary Emperor Jimmu, the founder of Japan, at Kii Peninsula. The artist's detailed penmanship captures a dynamic moment, emphasizing the emperor's arrival with a dragon-shaped banner in the background. This detailed depiction of a significant historical event is a testament to the artist's skill and interest in exploring Japanese culture. The artwork is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, providing viewers with a glimpse into Dutch artistic interpretations of Japanese mythology.