Buitenlanders tijdens een drinkgelag in het Gankiro theehuis 1860

"Buitenlanders tijdens een drinkgelag in het Gankiro theehuis" (Foreigners at a Drinking Party in the Gankiro Tea House) is an 1860 woodblock print by Utagawa Yoshiiku, a prominent Japanese artist known for his depictions of everyday life. This ukiyo-e print showcases a bustling scene of foreigners, likely Westerners, enjoying a lively gathering at a traditional Japanese teahouse. The print captures the interaction between Japanese and foreign cultures during a period of significant change and foreign influence in Japan. The vivid colors and detailed costumes provide a glimpse into the fashion and social customs of the time, making this artwork a valuable historical document as well as a beautiful artistic piece.