Picture of a Manchurian of the Qing Court from Nanjing, Admiring a Fan by Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide

Picture of a Manchurian of the Qing Court from Nanjing, Admiring a Fan 1860

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toned paper

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childish illustration

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water colours

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pastel soft colours

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print

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asian-art

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japan

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handmade artwork painting

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coffee painting

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men

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watercolour bleed

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watercolour illustration

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cartoon carciture

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watercolor

"Picture of a Manchurian of the Qing Court from Nanjing, Admiring a Fan" is a woodblock print by the renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Sadahide, created in 1860. This work depicts a man of the Qing Dynasty, the last imperial dynasty of China, dressed in traditional clothing and admiring a fan. The intricate details of the clothing, including the elegant robes and elaborate hairpieces, highlight the artist’s meticulous attention to detail. Sadahide's portrayal of a foreign culture reflects the growing interest in international affairs during the mid-19th century. This print, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, exemplifies the artist's mastery of the ukiyo-e style, known for its vibrant colors and dynamic compositions.

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