1840
ink
paper
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
Dominant colour
東海道五十三次 大磯 鴫立沢西行庵|Ōiso is a 1840 ink by Utagawa Hiroshige, a Romanticism work, depicting Tree, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This painting depicts a serene scene of a large tree standing beside a body of water, with a few people gathered around it. The tree's branches stretch out towards the water, and a small building is visible in the background. The people are dressed in traditional clothing, and one of them is holding a parasol. The painting's colors are muted, with shades of blue and green dominating the scene. The brushstrokes are delicate, and the overall effect is one of tranquility. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth to the painting, creating a sense of atmosphere. The painting is a beautiful example of Japanese art, and its peacefulness invites the viewer to step into the serene world it depicts. For more works by this artist, explore the Romanticism movement and its influence on Japanese art.
Utagawa Hiroshige (歌川 広重) or Andō Hiroshige (安藤 広重), born Andō Tokutarō (安藤 徳太郎; 1797 – 12 October 1858), was a Japanese ukiyo-e artist, considered the last great master of that tradition.
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