Pine Groves of Miho in Suruga, from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji
1858
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1858
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This print shows a quiet lake with a single boat carrying a few people. In the distance, a tall, snow-capped mountain rises above rolling hills and clusters of dark green pine trees. The sky is pale, and the water is calm, with a few lanterns floating near the shore. The artist used simple, clean lines to keep the scene balanced. The mountain dominates the background, while the trees and boat add depth up front. Next, check out Utagawa Hiroshige to see more of his work.
