1828
ink
paper
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
Dominant colour
木曽海道六拾九次之内 長久保|Nagakubo, Station No. 28 is a 1828 ink by Utagawa Hiroshige, a Romanticism work, depicting Bridge, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This painting shows a serene scene with a large tree in the center, its branches stretching out to the right. In the background, a bridge spans a body of water, with people walking across it. The sky is a soft blue, with a full moon shining down. On the right side of the painting, a man is walking a horse, while another man sits on the ground, accompanied by two dogs. The overall atmosphere is peaceful, with a sense of calmness emanating from the scene. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and perspective, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. The painting is a beautiful representation of a moment in time, inviting the viewer to step into its tranquil world. Next, explore the Romanticism movement.
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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