

“The Flourishing of an English Trading Firm in Yokohama”
Colorful woodblock print depicting a large indoor scene. The scene shows a long, two-story building with green walls and white archways on the right side. The interior roof is white with a geometric pattern. The floor is covered with rows of red fabric or carpet. Two levels of balconies are visible on the right side with people standing. Many people wearing traditional Japanese clothing and a few people wearing Western-style clothing are present. Flags are hanging from the ceiling. The background features a wall with a large window and a doorway. The artist's style features bold lines and vibrant colors. The overall scene appears to be a market or exhibition.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 9th month, 1870
- Medium
- Triptych of woodblock prints; ink and color on paper
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 599 × 303 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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