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生写異国人物清朝南京人感賞皇州扇之図|Two Chinese Men was painted by Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide in 1843.

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Artwork

生写異国人物清朝南京人感賞皇州扇之図|Two Chinese Men

Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide , 1843

生写異国人物清朝南京人感賞皇州扇之図|Two Chinese Men 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

Utagawa Sadahide's 1843 woodblock print, '生写異国人物清朝南京人感賞皇州扇之図|Two Chinese Men', is a representation of two figures in traditional Chinese dress, executed in ink and color on paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts two dignified men from Nanjing, China, in formal attire, highlighting aspects of traditional Chinese culture through their clothing, hairstyles, and composed poses.

Technique & Style

The work utilizes woodblock printing techniques, characterized by ink and color on paper, set against a muted background that emphasizes the subjects' serenity and elegance.

History & Provenance

Created in 1843, the print is part of The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide

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.