Artwork

「横浜異人商館買場之圖」|Foreign Business Establishment in Yokohama (Yokohama ijin shōkan uriba no zu)

「横浜異人商館買場之圖」|Foreign Business Establishment in Yokohama (Yokohama ijin shōkan uriba no zu) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide. It dates from 9 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This triptych woodblock print, titled 'Foreign Business Establishment in Yokohama,' was created by Utagawa Sadahide.

About this work

Overview

This triptych woodblock print, titled 'Foreign Business Establishment in Yokohama,' was created by Utagawa Sadahide. It depicts a bustling scene of commercial activity, showcasing the cultural exchange that characterized Yokohama during this period.

Subject & Meaning

The print presents three interconnected rooms filled with people engaged in various activities. The juxtaposition of Western attire and Japanese settings highlights the cultural blending that occurred in Yokohama's foreign business establishments.

Technique & Style

Executed in ink and color on paper, the work features bold outlines and vibrant hues, lending a dynamic quality to the scene. The artist's use of composition and color effectively conveys the energy and diversity of the depicted environment.

Yokohama Miyozaki-kaku Gankirō ijin yūkyō no zu|Foreigners Enjoying a Party at the Gankirō Tea House, Utagawa Yoshikazu

Artist & collection

Artist

Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide

Utagawa Sadahide, also known as Gountei Sadahide, was a Japanese artist best known for his prints in the ukiyo-e style as a member of the Utagawa school.