Hatsune Riding Grounds, Bakuro-cho

by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

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Hatsune Riding Grounds, Bakuro-cho by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Original Hiroshige (1797 - 1858) Japanese Woodblock Print
Hatsune Riding Grounds, Bakuro-cho

Series; One Hundred Famous Views of Edo
Uo-ya Eikichi 1918 Edition Print

Hatsune Riding Grounds, Bakuro-cho - Spring view of an open square in downtown Edo that was originally a training ground where the shogun's men would practice horse riding. Having outlived this purpose, dyers used the space between the willow trees to hang bolts of cloth, the trees gracefully hanging overhead. A beautiful print with a pleasing curvilinear composition.

Artist - Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Image Size - 8 5/8" x 13 1/4" + margins as shown

Condition - With excellent color and detail. Some slight thinning or paper remnants on reverse at sides. A few spots and some light toning. Please see photos for details. Good condition overall.

Hatsune Riding Grounds, Bakuro-cho by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)
Hatsune Riding Grounds, Bakuro-cho by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

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