Who painted 名所江戸百景御厩河岸|Ommayagashi, Sumida River?

名所江戸百景御厩河岸|Ommayagashi, Sumida River was painted by Utagawa Hiroshige in 1857.

Where can I see 名所江戸百景御厩河岸|Ommayagashi, Sumida River?

名所江戸百景御厩河岸|Ommayagashi, Sumida River is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is 名所江戸百景御厩河岸|Ommayagashi, Sumida River?

名所江戸百景御厩河岸|Ommayagashi, Sumida River is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

名所江戸百景御厩河岸|Ommayagashi, Sumida River

Utagawa Hiroshige , 1857

名所江戸百景御厩河岸|Ommayagashi, Sumida River is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Utagawa Hiroshige. It dates from 1857 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

This woodblock print, titled 'Ommayagashi, Sumida River', is a serene depiction of a riverside scene at dusk, created by Utagawa Hiroshige around 1857 as part of his 'One Hundred Famous Views of Edo' series.

Subject & Meaning

The print shows three figures on a wooden dock watching boats on the calm Sumida River, framed by a large tree with drooping branches. The tranquil atmosphere and subtle details evoke a sense of peacefulness.

Technique & Style

Hiroshige employed delicate color gradations and bold hues, such as deep blues and bright reds, to create a visually striking scene. The vertical composition and muted color palette are characteristic of his later works, showcasing his mastery of atmospheric landscapes.

History & Provenance

The print is part of Hiroshige's renowned 'One Hundred Famous Views of Edo' series, created during Japan's late Edo period. It exemplifies the artist's unique approach to ukiyo-e, a genre typically focused on urban subjects.

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.