A White Cat Playing with a String

Minneapolis Institute of Art

A White Cat Playing with a String

Utagawa Hiroshige II

Date
1863
Medium
Woodblock print (nishiki-e), ink and color on paper
Department
Asian Art
Institution
Minneapolis Institute of Art

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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