Pair of Fish c. 1830s

"Pair of Fish" is a woodblock print by Yamada Hōgyoku, a prominent Japanese artist of the Edo period. Created around the 1830s, the uchiwa-e (fan print) depicts two fish with intricate detail and realistic textures. Hōgyoku, known for his mastery of natural subjects, presents a captivating scene of aquatic life with a delicate touch. This print, part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection, embodies the artistic and cultural significance of uchiwa-e, which was a popular genre during the Edo period.