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American Merchant Traveling in Yokohama (Yokohama torai Amerika shonin ryoko no zu), 1861
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American Merchant Traveling in Yokohama (Yokohama torai Amerika shonin ryoko no zu), 1861
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Crinoline East Meets West Europeans Foreigner Foreigners Gountei Sadahide Gyokuran Hashimoto Gyokuransai Sadahide Hashimoto Gyokuran Hashimoto Sadahide Hoop Skirt Hooped Hoopskirt Kenjiro Utagawa Merchant Petticoat Sadahide Gountei Sadahide Gyokuransai Sadahide Hashimoto Sadahide Utagawa Utagawa Kenjiro Utagawa Sadahide West Western Westerner Westerners Yokohama Yokohama E Yokohama Kanto Japan Colour Woodblock Print Metaphor Oban Tokugawa Period
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American Merchant Traveling in Yokohama - An East Meets West Encounter
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. This 19th-century colour woodblock print, titled "American Merchant Traveling in Yokohama" offers a fascinating glimpse into the cultural exchange between America and Japan during the Edo period. Created by Sadahide Utagawa, a renowned artist of ukiyo-e prints, this artwork beautifully captures the meeting of two worlds. In this scene, an American merchant stands proudly alongside his faithful dog amidst the bustling streets of Yokohama. Dressed in European attire with a hooped petticoat and crinoline dress, he represents the influence of Western fashion on Japanese society at that time. The vibrant colours and intricate details showcase Utagawa's artistic skill and attention to cultural nuances. The print serves as a metaphor for trade relations between these two nations during this era. It symbolizes how merchants from different continents came together to forge connections and build bridges across vast distances. This encounter signifies not only economic exchanges but also the blending of traditions, ideas, and customs. Displayed at the Art Institute Chicago's gallery dedicated to arts of Asia, this piece is part of their extensive collection showcasing heritage art from around the world. It highlights both historical significance and artistic excellence while inviting viewers to explore diverse cultures through visual storytelling. As we admire this remarkable print by Sadahide Utagawa, we are reminded of how art can transcend borders and serve as a powerful medium for understanding our shared human experience throughout history.
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