Futami-ga-ura akebono-no kuni|Futami-ga-ura Rocks at Ise, Land of Dawn

Futami-ga-ura akebono-no kuni|Futami-ga-ura Rocks at Ise, Land of Dawn

Utagawa Kunisada

1835

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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art

About this work

In this woodblock print, two large rocks stand in the foreground, connected by a rope with tassels. The rocks are dark blue and have a rough texture. In the background, there's a body of water with mountains on the other side. The sky is gray with rays of sunlight shining through, and birds are flying around. The print is a beautiful representation of a serene landscape. The use of color and texture adds depth and visual interest to the scene. The rocks and rope in the foreground create a sense of balance and harmony. If you like this print, you might also enjoy learning about the Romanticism movement.

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