The Army and Navy Attack and Capture Weihaiwei (Ikaiei rikukaigun kogeki senryo zu) 1895

"The Army and Navy Attack and Capture Weihaiwei" is a woodblock print created by Kobayashi Ikuhide in 1895. The print depicts a dramatic scene of the First Sino-Japanese War, where Japanese forces are seen attacking and capturing the Chinese port city of Weihaiwei. The dynamic composition, with soldiers charging forward and a plume of smoke rising in the background, showcases the artist's use of vivid color and detailed brushwork. The print is a testament to the historical significance of the war, which marked the beginning of Japan's rise as a major military power in Asia.