Artwork
大坂下り早竹虎吉|Hayatake Torakichi from Osaka
大坂下り早竹虎吉|Hayatake Torakichi from Osaka is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Utagawa Yoshiharu. It dates from 1857 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
This woodblock print, created in 1857 by Utagawa Yoshiharu, is titled 'Hayatake Torakichi from Osaka.' It is a colorful depiction on paper, held in the collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows five figures in traditional Japanese clothing arranged in a dynamic composition. One figure sits on a red surface, while others are positioned vertically, with one hanging upside down from a red bar, suggesting a scene of acrobatic performance or playful interaction.
Technique & Style
Executed in ink and color on paper, the print features intricate designs on the figures' kimonos and a simple, light beige background with a green floor. The use of bold colors, such as red and blue, adds to the visual appeal of the scene.
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