Kitai taihora|The Spiraling (Effect) of the Fundamental Law on the Fearful Party (Russians)
1904
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1904
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
This print shows two men in a dramatic scene. On the left, a figure in bright red and gold robes stands tall, holding a fan and wearing a crown. To the right, a larger man in a bulky fur coat and hat slumps forward, his face twisted in fear or anger. The background has bold red banners and Japanese text. The smaller figure looks like a ruler or leader, while the other man seems to be struggling under pressure. The print uses bold colors and simple shapes to show strong emotions. Next, look up Kobayashi Kiyochika to see more of his work.
