Asked by Ariel Quallis on May 11, 2024

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Which artist designed the woodblock print Plum Estate, Kameido , which inspired the European painter Vincent van Gogh with its coloration and abstract quality?

A) Takahashi Yuichi
B) Katsushika Hokusai
C) Yosa Buson
D) Ando Hiroshige

Woodblock Print

A technique of printing texts, images, or patterns used historically throughout East Asia, involving carving an image into a block of wood, inking it, and then pressing it onto paper or fabric.

Ando Hiroshige

A renowned Japanese ukiyo-e artist, famous for his landscapes and depictions of birds and flowers, active during the Edo period.

Vincent Van Gogh

A post-Impressionist painter from the Netherlands, famous for his vivid colors, emotional honesty, and bold brushwork in artworks like "The Starry Night."

  • Distinguish the pivotal works and inputs of foremost artists within Japanese art history.
  • Grasp the impact of Japanese art on Western artists.
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Sanaz KaramiMay 13, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Ando Hiroshige designed the woodblock print "Plum Estate, Kameido," which is known for its influence on Vincent van Gogh, particularly in terms of its coloration and abstract quality. Van Gogh admired Japanese art for its bold use of color and simplified forms.