Isaki and Kasago Fish, from the series Uozukushi (Every Variety of Fish)
The image depicts two fish on a beige background. The top fish has a red body with darker red fins and tail. It faces left with its mouth open, showing sharp teeth. The bottom fish faces right and has a grey body with a white spot on its side and a white underbelly. Both fish have large eyes. The image includes Japanese writing in black and red ink, scattered around the fish. There are several lines of text on the left and right sides, with three red seals or stamps on the right side. Green and black lines at the bottom represent seaweed or water.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 1830s
- Medium:
- Woodblock print; ink and color on paper
- Culture:
- Japan
- Dimensions:
- 599 × 417 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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