Untitled
1862
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1862
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
This print shows a busy river scene with a long wooden bridge packed with people. Boats float on the water, some carrying passengers, while others sit empty. Buildings line the riverbank, and trees form a dark line in the distance. The sky is light, with a few scattered clouds and red dots that might be lanterns or fireworks. The artist used simple shapes and bright colors to show daily life. Notice how the bridge’s railing looks almost like a fence, and the people are tiny compared to the big boats. If you like this, look up Utagawa Hiroshige II for more prints like this.
