東海道五十三次 吉原 名所左り不二|Yoshiwara
1840
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1840
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
東海道五十三次 吉原 名所左り不二|Yoshiwara is a 1840 ink by Utagawa Hiroshige, a Romanticism work, depicting horse, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This print shows a quiet road with travelers moving through a green, tree-lined area. A mountain looms in the background, partly covered in mist. People walk alongside a horse carrying two riders, and a few carry bags or umbrellas. The trees are tall and dark, while the sky is a soft blue. Notice how the artist uses simple lines and flat colors to create depth. The road looks like it’s winding toward the mountain, giving a sense of distance. Look up Utagawa Hiroshige to see how he made everyday scenes feel special.
