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Untitled, by Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide, ink, 1861

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Overview

Untitled is a 1861 ink by Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide, a Impressionism work, depicting Crowd, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide
When & what style?
1861 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Metropolitan Museum of Art

About this work

This painting is a triptych of woodblock prints, ink, and color on paper. It depicts a lively scene with many people, flags, and a horse-drawn carriage. The crowd is dressed in a mix of traditional Japanese and Western clothing. In the foreground, people are gathered around a large flag, while others are walking or standing in the background. The colors used are muted, with shades of blue, green, and yellow dominating the scene. This painting is reminiscent of the work of Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide.

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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.

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