Artwork
Tokio #1
Tokio #1 is an ink print by H. Ivan Neilson. It dates from 1910 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower center in graphite: [undeciphered]; lower left in graphite by unknown hand: 16503- / Tokio No. 1; lower right in graphite by unknown hand: on.
About this work
Overview
Tokio #1 is an etching on laid paper, executed in black ink by H. Ivan Neilson around 1910, capturing a dynamic street scene.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a bustling street with simple architecture, pedestrians, and a distinctive scene of two dogs on a platform, interacting, observed by a nearby child and passersby, including a woman in traditional attire.
Technique & Style
The etching utilizes the intaglio process, where ink fills grooves on a metal plate, transferred to paper to produce bold, dark lines on a light background, conveying a spontaneous, hand-drawn appearance through loose, expressive lines.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1910 by H. Ivan Neilson, specific historical ownership or exhibition records prior to its current status are not detailed in available information.
Context
Tokio #1 reflects early 20th-century interest in urban Japanese life among Western artists, though the artist's specific inspiration or connection to Tokyo remains unclear from the provided details.
Legacy
The enduring impact or notable exhibitions of Tokio #1 are not specified in the available information, focusing instead on its technical and compositional characteristics.
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Artist & collection
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