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Lives of Great People of the Occident (Taisei ijin den): John Heathcoat (1783–1861)

Unidentified artist

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Colorful woodblock print depicts a man and woman in period clothing indoors. The man on the left wears a gray hat, black jacket, red vest, white pants, and black shoes; he holds green fabric. A small dog stands between his legs. The woman on the right wears a yellow shawl, blue dress, and red skirt; she holds white fabric. A brown dresser and mirror are behind them. The background features a blue wall, green grass, and Japanese text. The print has a beige border with signs of aging.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1870
Medium
Woodblock print; ink and color on paper
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
443 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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