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Mishima Asa-Giri|東海道五十三次之内 三島 朝霧|Morning Mist, by Utagawa Hiroshige, ink, 1828

Mishima Asa-Giri|東海道五十三次之内 三島 朝霧|Morning Mist

Utagawa Hiroshige

1828

ink

paper

From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Mishima Asa-Giri|東海道五十三次之内 三島 朝霧|Morning Mist is a 1828 ink by Utagawa Hiroshige, a Romanticism work, depicting Horse, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Utagawa Hiroshige
When & what style?
1828 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Metropolitan Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a group of people on a road, carrying large baskets and bundles. They are dressed in traditional clothing, with one person riding a horse. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and a building in the distance. The colors used are muted, with shades of blue and green dominating the palette. A closer look reveals the intricate details of the woodblock print, with the artist's use of ink and color creating a sense of depth and texture. The figures in the painting seem to be in motion, conveying a sense of energy and movement. If you're interested in exploring more works by this artist, you might want to look into the Romanticism movement, which influenced his style and themes.

About the artist

Portrait of Utagawa Hiroshige
Artist

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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