Two Men Wearing Green Coats, also Straw Hats with Brown Bows 1786 - 1868

"Two Men Wearing Green Coats, also Straw Hats with Brown Bows" is a woodblock print by Yashima Gakutei, a prominent Japanese artist active in the late Edo period. The work, dating back to 1786-1868, depicts two men in vibrant green coats, sporting straw hats adorned with brown bows. The composition is dynamic, showcasing the figures in motion. The artist employs bold lines and rich colors to create a lively and engaging scene, characteristic of ukiyo-e, a genre of Japanese art that flourished during the Edo period. This work, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, showcases Gakutei's mastery of the ukiyo-e style, capturing everyday life and popular culture of his time.