Enjoying the Cool of Evening on the Riverbed at Shijo, circa 1834 - Terrific scene of people enjoying the cool evening breezes along the riverbed at Shijo in Kyoto. At left, a group relaxes on a platform extending over the water, smoking and eating as the man at far left amuses them by gesturing and waving a fan. The island in the center of the riverbed is filled with other people having a night out, the far shore lined with teahouses decorated with red paper lanterns. Low clouds hang over the city, with mountains in soft gray silhouette under the darkening sky. A wonderful view of this favorite summer activity.
Artist - Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)
Image Size - 13 3/4" x 8 5/8"
Condition - With excellent color and detail. Backed with old paper. Slightly curled. Toned as shown. Some light soiling. A vertical crease near center. Please see photos for details. Good overall.
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