Eight Views of the Sumida River: Evening Bell at Kinryuzan Temple

by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

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Eight Views of the Sumida River: Evening Bell at Kinryuzan Temple by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Hiroshige (1797 - 1858) Japanese Woodblock Reprint
Eight Views of the Sumida River: Evening Bell at Kinryuzan Temple

Series; Famous Places in Edo

Publisher - Adachi from a rare series of Edo masterwork designs. Adachi publisher seal in margin or on reverse.

Adachi was one of the most respected publishers of the 20th century. Their woodblocks were printed to the highest standards with excellent color and fine detail. Founded in 1925, Adachi also chose interesting and varied subjects for their prints and was the only publisher of many famous old ukiyo-e images.

Eight Views of the Sumida River: Evening Bell at Kinryuzan Temple - Handsome view of Kinryuzan Temple seen from the Sumida River. People stroll along the embankment at left beneath a blossoming cherry tree. Boats move up and down the water, with others anchored along the shore. The snow-covered peak of Mt. Fuji can be seen in the distance. An attractive design with fine bokashi shading, not often seen in reprint.

Artist - Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Image Size - 7 3/4" x 12 5/8" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent condition overall, no issues to report.

Eight Views of the Sumida River: Evening Bell at Kinryuzan Temple by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)
Eight Views of the Sumida River: Evening Bell at Kinryuzan Temple by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)
Eight Views of the Sumida River: Evening Bell at Kinryuzan Temple by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

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