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Panoramic Views of Both Banks of the Sumida River at a Glance (Ehon Sumidagawa ryōgan ichiran) 繪本隅田川兩岸一覧

Katsushika Hokusai 葛飾北斎

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a two-page spread from a book. The pages are open to reveal a panoramic view of a riverbank scene, divided into two sections. The left page depicts a river with a boat in the water and a tree-lined shore. In the background, there are hills and a few buildings. The right page shows a group of people standing on a bridge or walkway overlooking the river. They are dressed in traditional Japanese clothing. There are several boats on the river, and a flagpole with a red flag on the right side of the page. The artwork is done in a traditional Japanese style, with bold lines and vibrant colors. The overall effect is one of serenity and tranquility, capturing a moment in time along the riverbank.

Artwork Details

Date
[1801] (Kyōwa 1)
Medium
Set of three woodblock printed books; ink and color on paper
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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