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東都築地ホテル館庭前の図|Illustration of the Front Garden of the Tsukiji Hotel in the Eastern Capital (Tōto Tsukiji hoteru kan niwa mae no zu)

Utagawa Hiroshige III

1870

ink

paper

From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Landscape Boat Garden

Dominant colour

東都築地ホテル館庭前の図|Illustration of the Front Garden of the Tsukiji Hotel in the Eastern Capital (Tōto Tsukiji hoteru kan niwa mae no zu) is a 1870 ink by Utagawa Hiroshige III, a Impressionism work, depicting Boat, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Utagawa Hiroshige III
When & what style?: 1870 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Metropolitan Museum of Art

About this work

This painting is a triptych of woodblock prints, depicting a serene garden scene with people strolling and boats on the water in the background. The garden is lush and green, with trees and flowers adding to its beauty. In the distance, several boats are visible, with their sails billowing in the wind. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and tranquility, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. The people in the garden are dressed in traditional clothing, adding to the sense of time and place. The Metropolitan Museum of Art is home to this beautiful piece, showcasing the artist's skill and attention to detail.