Artwork
Child
Child is a print by Hiroshi Yoshida. It dates from 1927 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Child is a 1927 woodblock print by Yoshida Hiroshi, a Japanese artist associated with the shin-hanga movement.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a young child standing alone, holding a wooden horse toy, with a serious expression. The child's attire and the toy suggest a nostalgic or old-fashioned quality.
Technique & Style
The image features soft, muted colors, with the exception of a bright red saddle on the toy horse. The background is blurred, focusing attention on the child. The print showcases refined woodblock techniques characteristic of the shin-hanga style.
History & Provenance
The print is part of the collection at the Cleveland Museum of Art. Yoshida Hiroshi traveled extensively and was known for his landscapes, but also explored everyday subjects in his work.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hiroshi Yoshida (吉田 博, Yoshida Hiroshi; September 19, 1876 – April 5, 1950) was a 20th-century Japanese painter and woodblock printmaker.
