Artwork

Kak'koku han e sukushi Igirisu Rondon|"View in London," the Prosperity of Countries: London, England

Kak'koku han e sukushi Igirisu Rondon|"View in London," the Prosperity of Countries: London, England is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Utagawa Yoshimori. It dates from 1872 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Utagawa Yoshimori's 1872 woodblock print, "View in London," depicts a vibrant, sunset-lit cityscape of London, blending Japanese artistic style with a European subject.

Subject & Meaning

The print captures a bustling river scene, featuring a crowded bridge, various boats, and iconic London architecture, such as a large dome and spires, under a pink and gold sky. The juxtaposition of Japanese aesthetics with a Western setting reflects cultural exchange and curiosity.

Technique & Style

Executed in ink and color on paper, the work showcases Yoshimori's use of bright, vibrant colors and clean lines, characteristic of Japanese woodblock printing, applied innovatively to a foreign subject.

History & Provenance

Created in 1872, the print is part of The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, highlighting its recognition within global art historical contexts.