Artwork
Tōtō Ryōgokubashi natsu keshiki|Panoramic View of Ryōgoku Bridge in the Summer
Tōtō Ryōgokubashi natsu keshiki|Panoramic View of Ryōgoku Bridge in the Summer is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide. It dates from 1843 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Tōtō Ryōgokubashi natsu keshiki, or Panoramic View of Ryōgoku Bridge in the Summer, is a triptych woodblock print created by Utagawa Sadahide in 1843. It is a cityscape print held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a bustling summer scene at Ryōgoku Bridge, with a crowded riverbank and numerous boats on the water. The composition is dominated by vibrant colors and lively activity, capturing the atmosphere of a busy urban environment.
Technique & Style
The artist achieved a sense of depth and texture through the use of fine lines, which build up shadows and details on the boats and buildings. The print's color palette is characterized by deep blues, greens, and bold reds, applied in ink and color on paper.
Artist & collection
Artist
Utagawa Sadahide , also known as Gountei Sadahide, was a Japanese artist best known for his prints in the ukiyo-e style as a member of the Utagawa school.
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