Empire State Building

1979 (printed 1980) · Photograph

May one see it?

Yes, receiving visitors

Minneapolis Institute of Art

Minneapolis, United States

RoomG315

On public display.

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In this state since: Sep 25, 2026
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About the work

In Three Cups, Nakahashi explored variations of color, light, and reflection, contrasting three drinking glasses, each holding a different unnamed liquid. While acknowledging the aesthetic appeal of his studio still life, Nakahashi also pointed out the characteristics of the three mystery liquids, which he identified (left to right) as soda (“for enjoying taste”), milk (“for keeping good health”), and oil (“for keeping life”).

Minneapolis Institute of Art

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Accession number: 2018.127.7

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United States

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Image: Minneapolis Institute of Art — © Center for Creative Photography, Arizona Board of Regents

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