Who painted 歌川広重画『諸國六玉川』|Six Jewel Rivers from Various Provinces?

歌川広重画『諸國六玉川』|Six Jewel Rivers from Various Provinces was painted by Utagawa Hiroshige in 1857.

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歌川広重画『諸國六玉川』|Six Jewel Rivers from Various Provinces is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

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歌川広重画『諸國六玉川』|Six Jewel Rivers from Various Provinces is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

歌川広重画『諸國六玉川』|Six Jewel Rivers from Various Provinces

Utagawa Hiroshige , 1857

歌川広重画『諸國六玉川』|Six Jewel Rivers from Various Provinces is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Utagawa Hiroshige. It dates from 1857 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Utagawa Hiroshige's 'Six Jewel Rivers from Various Provinces' is a series of six woodblock prints created in 1857, showcasing serene landscapes from across Japan. The series consists of ink and color prints on paper.

Subject & Meaning

The prints depict tranquil river scenes, diverging from the typical ukiyo-e subjects of courtesans and actors. One print features a winding river, a full moon, and two women on the riverbank, set against rolling hills and mountains.

Technique & Style

Hiroshige's use of subtle color and composition evokes a sense of tranquility. The muted palette, dominated by blues, grays, and greens, contributes to the peaceful atmosphere, characteristic of his landscape-focused ukiyo-e works.

History & Provenance

Created in 1857, 'Six Jewel Rivers from Various Provinces' is a representative work of Hiroshige's late Edo period output, showcasing his atmospheric and lyrical portrayals of nature.

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.