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A Warrior

Katsushika Hokusai

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A warrior drawn in black lines on a beige background. The man has a large build, with detailed muscles. He wears armor on his arms and legs, a patterned top, and a short skirt. His left leg is bent in front of his right leg. His right arm is raised above his head and holds a long sword. His left arm is bent near his left hip. The man has a thick beard. The title of the piece is "A Warrior" and it is by Katsushika Hokusai.

Artwork Details

Medium
Monochrome woodblock print; ink on paper
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
431 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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