Artwork
Oroshiajin|Russian Soldier with His Family
Oroshiajin|Russian Soldier with His Family is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Utagawa Yoshifuji. It dates from 2 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 2007.49.252
- Credit line
- Bequest of William S. Lieberman, 2005
About this work
Overview
Oroshiajin|Russian Soldier with His Family is a woodblock print created by Ippōsai Yoshifuji. It is a representation of three figures on a street, held in the collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a man, woman, and another man, with a sign in the background reading 'WOROSIAZIN' in both English and Japanese. The figures are dressed in distinct attire, with the man wearing a long white coat with black patches and a dotted pattern.
Technique & Style
The woodblock print combines bold colors with simple outlines, resulting in a lively yet flat visual effect. The artist's use of ink and color on paper achieves a striking contrast between the figures and their surroundings.
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