Title: Japanese Figurines Depicting a Warrior and Attendant – Plate II, Section VIII
Description: This striking lithograph from Plate II of Section VIII showcases a detailed rendering of Japanese figurines. The main figure is a warrior, resplendent in ceremonial armor, with an intricately decorated bow slung across his back, and a poised, determined expression. His attendant, positioned below, carries a staff and exudes a demeanor of vigilance and readiness.
Published by Sampson Low & Co., the lithograph was skillfully printed by Lemercier & Cie in Paris, reflecting a 19th-century appreciation for Japanese artistry and culture.
Condition: Very good, with light foxing visible in the margins. Provenance: Published by Sampson Low & Co., printed by Lemercier & Cie, Paris.
This piece exemplifies the detailed craftsmanship and cultural symbolism characteristic of Japanese art, making it a valuable addition for collectors of East Asian artifacts and 19th-century lithographs.
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