Minneapolis Institute of Art
A White Cat Playing with a String
Utagawa Hiroshige IILinkedCulture matchlcp-1400ceb7bc42
- Date
- 1863
- Medium
- Woodblock print (nishiki-e), ink and color on paper
- Department
- Asian Art
- Institution
- Minneapolis Institute of Art
- Object ID
- 9655
From the Minneapolis Institute of Art record
This rather unusual fan print design is by Hiroshige II who often closely followed the style and designs of his immensely successful mentor. This print, however, reflects Hiroshige II's own unique approach. It shows the artist's close observation of a house cat which he depicted a bold and minimal manner. With hind legs braced against the ground, the cat appears ready to pounce. Japan, Asia
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- Credit line
- Bequest of Richard P. Gale
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