Who painted 諸国六玉河陸奥野田の玉川|Mutsu, Noda no Tamagawa?

諸国六玉河陸奥野田の玉川|Mutsu, Noda no Tamagawa was painted by Utagawa Hiroshige in 1833.

Where can I see 諸国六玉河陸奥野田の玉川|Mutsu, Noda no Tamagawa?

諸国六玉河陸奥野田の玉川|Mutsu, Noda no Tamagawa is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is 諸国六玉河陸奥野田の玉川|Mutsu, Noda no Tamagawa?

諸国六玉河陸奥野田の玉川|Mutsu, Noda no Tamagawa is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

諸国六玉河陸奥野田の玉川|Mutsu, Noda no Tamagawa

Utagawa Hiroshige , 1833

諸国六玉河陸奥野田の玉川|Mutsu, Noda no Tamagawa is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Utagawa Hiroshige. It dates from 1833 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Utagawa Hiroshige's woodblock print 'Mutsu, Noda no Tamagawa' dates to around 1833. It is a landscape scene from the Mutsu region, part of a series showcasing Japan's scenic locations.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts three travelers along a riverbank beneath a large mountain. The serene scene features birds on the water and a pale sky, capturing a tranquil moment. The mountain is identified by Japanese text, adding specificity to the location.

Technique & Style

Hiroshige employed simple lines and flat colors to convey a sense of calm. The use of ink and color on paper in a horizontal format contributes to the peaceful atmosphere of the scene.

Context

This work is part of Hiroshige's landscape series, diverging from the typical ukiyo-e focus on urban subjects. It reflects his contribution to the genre and his ability to capture everyday moments in a serene manner.

Artist & collection

Artist

Utagawa Hiroshige

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.