1840
ink
paper
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
東海道五十三次 草津 矢ばせの渡口 琵琶湖風景|Kusatsu is a 1840 ink by Utagawa Hiroshige, a Romanticism work, depicting Boat, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This painting depicts a serene landscape with a lake, boats, and mountains in the background. The lake is a deep blue, with a few boats scattered across it, each with a single mast and a white sail. The mountains rise up in the distance, their peaks shrouded in mist. In the foreground, there are several trees and grasses, adding a sense of depth and texture to the scene. The overall effect is one of calmness and tranquility, inviting the viewer to step into the peaceful world of the painting. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of harmony and balance, drawing the viewer's eye through the scene. The painting is a beautiful example of Romanticism, and fans of this movement may want to explore more works by Utagawa Hiroshige.
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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