1838
ink
paper
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
東海道五十三次 由井 由井川|Yui is a 1838 ink by Utagawa Hiroshige, a Romanticism work, depicting Bridge, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This painting shows a serene landscape with a winding river and a bridge. In the foreground, people are crossing the bridge, while others stand on the riverbank. The background features rolling hills and mountains, with a few trees scattered throughout. The colors are muted, with shades of blue, green, and brown dominating the palette. A closer look reveals the intricate details of the scene, including the texture of the trees and the ripples in the water. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth to the painting, creating a sense of atmosphere and mood. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the Romanticism movement, which emphasizes emotion and imagination in art.
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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