富士三十六景 相州三浦の海上|Fuji from Miura, Sagami (Soshu Miura no Kaijo), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjūrokkei)
1858
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1858
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
This print shows a calm bay with a tall, misty mountain in the distance. The water is dotted with a few small boats, and the shore has rocky outcrops and sparse pine trees. The sky shifts from soft blue to warm pink near the horizon, while the land is painted in muted greens and browns. Notice how the artist uses flat colors and clean lines—no messy brushstrokes. The boats and trees are simple but precise, making the scene feel peaceful and orderly. Next, check out Utagawa Hiroshige to see more of his landscapes.
