小松にきじ|Pheasant and Pine-trees on Snowy Hillside
1828
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1828
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
This print shows a bright pheasant perched on a branch. Its feathers are a mix of blue, gold, and brown, with a long tail fanning out behind it. The bird faces left, while the background has tall pine trees with dark green needles against a light, snowy hillside. The artist used simple shapes and bold colors to make the bird stand out. The trees look sharp and detailed, even though the background is mostly flat. Next, look up Utagawa Hiroshige to see more of his bird and nature prints.
