

The image depicts a Japanese woodblock print titled "The First Warbler" by Utagawa Kuniyoshi. The print features a man dressed in traditional Japanese clothing, specifically a kimono with a vibrant orange, white, and blue color scheme and a circular pattern. The man has bare feet and black hair tied up. He appears to be in a dynamic pose, leaning forward with one leg bent. The background of the print transitions from blue at the bottom to white and then beige at the top. The top portion of the print includes Japanese text and a small image of birds on a branch. The entire image has a worn, aged appearance with visible signs of wear and tear.
Artwork Details
- Date
- ca. 1845–46
- Medium
- Woodblock print; ink and color on paper
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 445 × 625 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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