東海道五十三次 品川 鮫州の茶や|Shinagawa
1840
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1840
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
This print shows a riverside scene with people in traditional robes. A woman sits at a low table under a wooden shelter, drinking tea. Nearby, two men stand—one holding a parasol, the other a fan. Boats float on a wide river, and buildings line the shore. Cherry blossoms hang from the eaves, adding pink to the blue sky. The artist used simple shapes and bold colors to show daily life. Notice how the boats and buildings are drawn with clean lines, almost like sketches. Want to see more? Check out Utagawa Hiroshige.