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Chiyoda Castle (Album of Men)

Yōshū (Hashimoto) Chikanobu

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Colorful Japanese woodblock print depicts a courtyard scene. A large building with a gray tiled roof and red walls dominates the background. The building has a central gate with gold accents and a blue sign. People in traditional clothing are gathered in the courtyard. Some are sitting on the ground; others are walking. A stone staircase leads up to the gate. A tree and another building are visible in the background. The scene includes various details such as a red and gold pillar, a white banner with black Japanese characters, and a gray stone wall. The print features a mix of red, gold, blue, black, and white colors.

Artwork Details

Date
1897
Medium
Triptych of woodblock prints; ink and color on paper
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 305 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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