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東海道五十三次 亀山|Kameyama, by Utagawa Hiroshige, ink, 1838

東海道五十三次 亀山|Kameyama

Utagawa Hiroshige

1838

ink

From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

東海道五十三次 亀山|Kameyama is a 1838 ink by Utagawa Hiroshige, a Romanticism work, depicting house, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Utagawa Hiroshige
When & what style?
1838 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Metropolitan Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a serene landscape with a house, mountain, and trees. The scene is depicted in a muted color palette, with the house and mountain in the background and the trees in the foreground. In the center of the painting, a group of people are walking along a path, carrying umbrellas and baskets. The atmosphere is peaceful, with the soft colors and gentle lines creating a sense of calm. The painting is a beautiful example of Romanticism, with its focus on nature and the human experience. To learn more about this style, check out the Romanticism movement.

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