五十三次名所図会 水口|Mizukuchi
1855
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1855
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
This print shows a quiet riverside scene with a winding path. A few people walk along the bank—some carrying bundles, one holding an umbrella. Trees line the water, and a thatched-roof hut sits near a hill in the background. The colors are soft blues, greens, and earthy browns. Notice the tiny red signs with Japanese text—these mark famous spots along a journey. The artist packed a lot of detail into small spaces. Look up Utagawa Hiroshige to see how he turned everyday scenes into art.
