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Famous Places in Tokyo, True View of Ryogoku Bridge, 1875 (woodblock print on paper)
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Famous Places in Tokyo, True View of Ryogoku Bridge, 1875 (woodblock print on paper)
6437392 Famous Places in Tokyo, True View of Ryogoku Bridge, 1875 (woodblock print on paper) by Hiroshige, Utagawa II (1829-1869); 35.7x24 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent, UK; (add.info.: Left part of a triptych. Views of river life from Ryogoku Bridge. Many rickshaws and a horse and carriage cross the bridge. View of bridge and bank and cherry blossom in bloom. Publisher: Yamazakiya Seishichi. Aratame and date seal: Boar 5 (1875).); © Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery; Japanese, out of copyright
Media ID 24163590
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Edo Period Pulled Rickshaw Rickshaw Tokugawa Period Woodblock
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This woodblock print, titled "Famous Places in Tokyo, True View of Ryogoku Bridge" transports us back to the vibrant streets of 19th-century Japan. Created by Hiroshige Utagawa II in 1875, this exquisite piece captures the essence of river life from the iconic Ryogoku Bridge. The left part of a triptych, this print showcases a bustling scene filled with various modes of transportation. Rickshaws and a horse-drawn carriage traverse the bridge, while boats gracefully glide along the river below. The cherry blossom trees in full bloom add a touch of ethereal beauty to the landscape. As we delve into this artwork, we are transported to an era known as Edo or Tokugawa period - a time when Japan was under strict feudal rule. This print offers us a glimpse into daily life during that time; it is both historical documentation and artistic expression combined. Published by Yamazakiya Seishichi and bearing the Boar 5 seal indicating its creation year, this woodblock print exemplifies Japanese artistry at its finest. Its intricate details and masterful use of color demonstrate Hiroshige's skill as an artist. Now housed at Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery in Kent, UK, this remarkable piece continues to captivate viewers with its timeless charm. It serves as a reminder that even centuries later, art has the power to transport us across continents and immerse us in different cultures.
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