Who painted 英吉利人|Ingirisu-jin?

英吉利人|Ingirisu-jin was painted by Utagawa Yoshitora in 1863.

Where can I see 英吉利人|Ingirisu-jin?

英吉利人|Ingirisu-jin is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is 英吉利人|Ingirisu-jin?

英吉利人|Ingirisu-jin is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

英吉利人|Ingirisu-jin

Utagawa Yoshitora , 1863

英吉利人|Ingirisu-jin is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Utagawa Yoshitora. It dates from 1863 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Accession no.: JP3369
Credit line: Gift of Lincoln Kirstein, 1960

About this work

Overview

Ingirisu-jin is a 1863 woodblock print by Utagawa Yoshitora, currently in the collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art. The work depicts two men in a simple interior setting.

Subject & Meaning

The print shows two contrasting figures: one seated in a black coat and red hat with a tense, serious demeanor, and another lounging in bright green and gold attire, exuding confidence with a sword by his side. Their exaggerated facial features add a touch of caricature.

Technique & Style

Characteristic of woodblock prints, the work features bold, flat colors. The composition and expressive, somewhat cartoonish facial renderings reflect Utagawa Yoshitora's style within the ukiyo-e tradition.

History & Provenance

Created in 1863, the print is part of The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, where similar works can be found, offering insight into 19th-century Japanese perceptions of Westerners.