WWII Imperial Japanese Army General Gift Metal Relief Manchuria Railway Art 1937

  
World war 2 imperial japanese art. Exceptional Pre-WWII Imperial Japanese Military Art - Emperor's Gift Commemorating Manchuria Development. Size: 17.1" x 14.4" (43.5cm x 36.7cm). Material: Metal relief in wooden frame with gold leaf inscription. Depicts a scene likely related to railway construction in Manchuria.

Shows destroyed structures, possibly representing the transformation of the region. Soldiers in the foreground, symbolizing Japanese military presence and control. General Nishio played a crucial role in maintaining order and developing infrastructure in Manchuria after the Manchurian Incident (1931). The relief likely commemorates the extensive railway network expansion, including projects by the South Manchuria Railway Company (Mantetsu).

This piece represents a pivotal moment in pre-WWII Japanese expansionism in Asia. Top (Gold leaf): "Han'onshi" (Imperial gift), "Toshizo Nishio, May 1937". Frame: "Loyalty and Bravery" in Japanese characters. Condition: Shows signs of age including some wear, scratches, and patina. Please refer to photos for a detailed view.

This is an extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of pre-WWII Japanese military history directly connected to Japan's expansion in Manchuria - a key precursor to WWII in the Pacific. Essential for serious collectors of WWII memorabilia, military historians, and enthusiasts of Imperial Japanese artifacts.