東海道五十三次 平塚|Hiratsuka
1838
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1838
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
東海道五十三次 平塚|Hiratsuka is a 1838 ink by Utagawa Hiroshige, a Romanticism work, depicting boat, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This print shows a quiet river scene with a long, flat boat carrying people. On the shore, there are simple houses with thatched roofs and a few trees. In the distance, a mountain rises above flat fields and a bridge. Notice how the artist used bold outlines and flat colors to keep things clear and simple. The text along the sides is in Japanese, adding a layer of detail for those who can read it. Look up more about Utagawa Hiroshige to see how he made everyday scenes feel special.
