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Fuchu

Utagawa Hiroshige

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a scene set in Fuchu, created by Utagawa Hiroshige. A large building with a blue roof and wooden walls is on the left. The building has a triangular roof section. Large windows with green panes are on the visible side. People in blue clothing and some in other colors are walking around. Some carry objects. In the background, a gray fence and a gate are visible. A palm tree stands near the gate. The sky is gray with a full moon. Japanese characters are written in black and on a red banner.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1838
Medium
Woodblock print; ink and color on paper
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 451 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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