Counting the compensation money for the murder of Mr Richardson Japan Charles Richardson a British merchant was murdered in September by retainers of Shimazu Hisamitsu after he refused their demand that he dismount from his horse in the traditional gesture of respect to a daimyo The Japanese government apologised and agreed to pay in compensation to the British but Satsuma Province where the killing occurred refused to apologise or pay its share of This led to the British naval bombardment of the city of Kagoshima in August A print from The Illustrated London News th September

Figurative Art

Think reality delights? You bet your walls do too. So, why not introduce them to our collection of figurative art. Make acquaintance with inspiring muses of famous masters or get a glimpse of pop culture icons caught on camera. Any masterpieces you choose will give your space a unique story to share in our handcrafted frames.

This genre of art involves a realistic depiction of living as well as inanimate objects. Artists like Jean Michel Basquiat, Norman Rockwell, and Banksy are renowned for giving a platform to cultural commentary and human experiences through their art.