Artwork
東都名所 上野東叡山ノ圖|Ueno Toezan no Zu
東都名所 上野東叡山ノ圖|Ueno Toezan no Zu is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Utagawa Hiroshige. It dates from 1835 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Ueno Toezan no Zu is a woodblock print created by Utagawa Hiroshige around 1835. It is a representative work of the artist's focus on landscapes and scenic views, characteristic of his style during the late Edo period.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a serene scene at Ueno Tōeizan, featuring a path lined with tall trees and cherry blossoms in bloom. The composition includes red-roofed buildings and a bridge over a waterway, emphasizing the harmony between nature and architecture.
Technique & Style
Hiroshige employed bold colors, such as deep greens, bright pinks, and rich reds, to accentuate the natural beauty and architectural elements. The scale of the figures is small compared to the landscape, creating a sense of grandeur.
Artist & collection
Artist
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.
