Fusen zu|写真鏡・風船図|Picture of a Balloon
1860
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1860
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
This painting depicts two men standing on a hill, gazing up at a hot air balloon. The men are dressed in 19th-century attire, with one wearing a red coat and the other a green coat. They are both wearing top hats and have their backs to the viewer. In the background, a large building with multiple windows is visible on the left side of the image. The sky above is a light blue color, with a few clouds scattered throughout. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of curiosity and wonder, as the two men gaze up at the hot air balloon in awe. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Miyagi Gengyo.
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