Description: Dimensions: •Length: 18.5 inches •Height: 14.5 inches This woodblock print, created by the renowned Japanese artist Hiroshige Ando, depicts a picturesque scene of Hodo-ga-ya Station along the Tokaido Road, a prominent travel route during the Edo period. The detailed artwork illustrates travelers crossing a bridge over a serene river, with traditional thatched-roof houses and lush greenery in the background. The scene is imbued with a sense of calm and captures the essence of daily life in historical Japan. Historical Context of Woodblock Prints: Woodblock printing, known as “ukiyo-e,” flourished in Japan from the 17th to the 19th century. It was a popular form of mass-produced art that captured the beauty of landscapes, kabuki actors, and scenes of daily life. Hiroshige Ando was one of the most famous ukiyo-e artists, celebrated for his landscapes and series depicting various stations along the Tokaido Road. Translation of Japanese Text: The text on the print reads as follows: •東海道 (Tokaido) - The Eastern Sea Route •五拾三次之内 (Goju-san-tsugi no uchi) - One of the Fifty-Three Stations •保土ヶ谷 (Hodo-ga-ya) - Hodo-ga-ya Station •新た橋 (Aratabashi) - New Bridge •歌川広重 (Utagawa Hiroshige) - Utagawa Hiroshige (the artist’s name) •保永堂 (Hoeido) - Publisher’s seal
Price: 149.9 USD
Location: Sherman, Connecticut
End Time: 2024-08-25T02:08:59.000Z
Shipping Cost: 19.99 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Region of Origin: Japan
