亜米利加国|American Balloon Ascension (Amerikakoku)
1867
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1867
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
This triptych of woodblock prints shows three scenes, each with a unique setting. The first scene features a group of people in a room, while the second and third scenes depict hot air balloons in the sky, with a flag and a body of water visible in the background. The colors used in the prints are vibrant, with shades of red, blue, and green dominating the palette. The level of detail in the prints is impressive, with intricate designs and patterns visible on the clothing and objects depicted. The use of cross-hatching in the prints adds depth and texture to the images, creating a sense of dimensionality. The Metropolitan Museum of Art is a great place to learn more about this technique.
