Untitled
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
5
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
This print shows a man in a dramatic pose, holding a fan and a scroll. His face is exaggerated—big eyes, a wide mouth, and wild hair. He wears a loose robe with a checkered pattern and sandals, and his fan is open wide. Notice how the artist uses sharp lines to create texture, especially in the fan and robe. This is a common way to add depth in woodblock prints. If you like this style, look up cross-hatching.
