東海道五十三次 石薬師|Ishiyakushi
1840
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1840
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
東海道五十三次 石薬師|Ishiyakushi is a 1840 ink by Utagawa Hiroshige, a Romanticism work, depicting horse, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This print shows a busy street scene with people going about their daily lives. A horse stands tied to a post, its reins held by someone nearby. Workers carry baskets, buckets, and tools, while others sit or crouch on the ground. A raised platform with people inside looks like a shop or inn, and the background has buildings with signs in another language. The bright colors and sharp outlines make the scene feel lively and full of movement. The artist used simple shapes and bold lines to show different activities happening at once. Next, check out cross-hatching to see how artists create depth with lines.
