Artwork
山海見立相撲 摂津安治川口|The Harbor of Ajikawa, Settsu Province
山海見立相撲 摂津安治川口|The Harbor of Ajikawa, Settsu Province is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Utagawa Hiroshige. It dates from 1858 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Harbor of Ajikawa, Settsu Province is a woodblock print created by Utagawa Hiroshige in 1858. It is part of a series of marine scenes and showcases the artist's later work, which focused on landscapes and regional subjects.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a serene harbor scene in Settsu Province, featuring a wide river with boats and a cluster of buildings on the left bank. A green hill slopes down to the water's edge, while distant mountains fade into the horizon, creating a sense of depth and tranquility.
Technique & Style
Rendered in ink and color on paper, the print is characterized by soft, bright colors, with a predominance of blues and greens. The composition is calm and peaceful, with simple sailboats and buildings that evoke a sense of quiet, rural life.
Artist & collection
Artist
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.
