Title: Victorious Imperial Officers Viewing the Head of Saigo Takamori at the End of the Satsuma Rebellion

A historically significant woodblock print documenting the Satsuma Rebellion of 1877, rendered by the accomplished artist Shinsai/Toshimitsu in the immediate aftermath of this pivotal conflict. This print serves as both artistic achievement and historical record—capturing contemporary events with the urgency and detail characteristic of Meiji-era news prints. The composition demonstrates sophisticated perspective and narrative clarity, hallmarks of the transition from traditional ukiyo-e to modern journalistic printmaking. Original impressions from this period are increasingly scarce, making this an invaluable document of Japanese modernization and artistic response to historical upheaval. A cornerstone acquisition for collectors of Meiji prints and Japanese political history. Size: 72 x 35cm