Who painted Uchoren no zu|Great Military Drill?

Uchoren no zu|Great Military Drill was painted by Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide in 1866.

Where can I see Uchoren no zu|Great Military Drill?

Uchoren no zu|Great Military Drill is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is Uchoren no zu|Great Military Drill?

Uchoren no zu|Great Military Drill is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Uchoren no zu|Great Military Drill

Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide , 1866

Uchoren no zu|Great Military Drill is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide. It dates from 1866 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Uchoren no zu (Great Military Drill) is a triptych woodblock print created by Utagawa Sadahide in 1866, currently housed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a military training scene with soldiers in distinctive red jackets and blue pants, engaged in marching, playing brass instruments, and drilling with rifles. The inclusion of an American flag and a Japanese banner highlights the blend of foreign influence and local tradition during this period.

Technique & Style

Executed in ink and color on paper, the triptych showcases Sadahide's use of woodblock printing techniques to capture dynamic scenes across three panels, incorporating elements of landscape (trees, tents, fence) to establish a training ground setting.

History & Provenance

Created in 1866, the work reflects the late Edo period's openness to Western influences. Its current location at The Metropolitan Museum of Art indicates its global recognition and preservation.

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.