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Utagawa Kunisada

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Colorful woodblock print depicting a woman struggling in the ocean. The woman has long black hair and wears a blue kimono with a geometric pattern. She sits on the ocean floor, surrounded by fabric and debris. Her kimono is partially torn. The background features wavy blue water with white foam. A red banner with Japanese text floats on the right side. The artist's signature is visible in the bottom-left corner. The overall scene conveys a sense of turmoil and struggle. Title: Print by Utagawa Kunisada.

Artwork Details

Medium
Woodblock print; ink and color on paper
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
442 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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