東海道五十三次之内 岡部 宇津の山|Okabe; Utsu no Yama
1834
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1834
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
This print shows a winding road cutting through a green, hilly landscape. A few small houses sit near the path, and two people walk along it—one carrying a bundle, the other pushing a cart. Trees line the road, with one bright red tree standing out against the blue-green hills. The sky is light, and a river runs alongside the path. Notice how the artist uses sharp lines to show texture, like the grass and trees. The colors are simple but bold, especially the blue and green. Look up cross-hatching to see how artists create depth with lines.
