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Yokohama Hon-chō...ni Miyozaki...kenkin zu|Detailed Print of Yokohama Hon-chō and the Miyozaki Pleasure Quarter, by Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide, ink, 4

Yokohama Hon-chō...ni Miyozaki...kenkin zu|Detailed Print of Yokohama Hon-chō and the Miyozaki Pleasure Quarter

Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide

4

ink

paper

From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Yokohama Hon-chō...ni Miyozaki...kenkin zu|Detailed Print of Yokohama Hon-chō and the Miyozaki Pleasure Quarter is a 4 ink by Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide, a Impressionism work, depicting Boat, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.

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

About this work

This painting is a triptych, divided into three sections. The left section shows a large, open area with a canal running through it, lined with buildings and trees. The middle section depicts a bustling street with people walking and buildings on either side. The right section features a body of water with boats and a beach with people and buildings. A notable detail is the use of red banners and signs throughout the painting, which adds a pop of color and visual interest. The painting's style and technique are reminiscent of Impressionism, making it a great example of this art movement.

About the artist

Portrait of Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide
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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