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Original
Utagawa Sadahide
(Japanese, 1807 - 1878)
Date1861
Mediumwoodblock print
DimensionsOverall: 37 × 26 cm (14 9/16 × 10 1/4 in.)
ClassificationsFINE ART
Credit LinePurchased with Funds Provided by Judith Patt
Object number2016.035.003
DescriptionIn the foreground, a man stands on a verandah, dressed in a long blue coat and pants, and a black cap. A traditionally dressed beauty plays the shamisen beside him. In the room beyond, guests sitting at tables enjoy a banquet, with a tiered serving piece holding organizes and other food. The hostess wears a bonnet trimmed with ruffles and ribbons. A chandelier hangs overhead, and pictures are hung near the ceiling.Status
Not on view
Thomas Allom
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