『上野不忍競馬図』|View of the Horse Track at Shinobazu in Ueno Park (Ueno shinobazu keiba zu)
1885
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1885
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
This painting is a triptych, divided into three panels. The left panel shows a horse race in progress, with riders in colorful outfits on brown horses. The middle panel depicts a body of water with boats and a bridge in the background. The right panel features a group of people, some holding flags, in front of a building. A notable detail is the use of red and white flags throughout the painting, adding a pop of color to each panel. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the intricate designs on the riders' clothing and the architecture of the building. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, look up Yōshū (Hashimoto) Chikanobu.
