Rising moon over Mount Nanping (Cao Cao)
Artist: Tsukioka YoshitoshiWoodblock Print Name: Rising moon over Mount Nanping (Cao Cao)
Series Number: #03
Date: 10/1885
Description: The Chinese classic "Romance of the Three Kingdoms," describes the exploits and rise to power of Cao Cao. Cao Cao was of common background, and rose to power through a series of military victories. Here, he crosses the Yangtze river before the decisive Battle of the Red Cliffs (A.D. 208) where although escaping, he suffers a crushing military defeat.
Series: One Hundred Aspects of the Moon
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