Bikuni Bridge in Snow - Departing from the beautiful, famous sites of Edo, in this print Hiroshige depicts a disreputable sort of place. The Bikuni Bridge area was known to be a dirty, somewhat dangerous, area in Edo. On either side of the pathway, vendors advertise two favorite foods enjoyed in wintertime. At right, a small stall offers roasted yams, while on the left, a sign advertises roasted chestnuts. Both snacks are still favorites in Tokyo today. A few dogs nose about the shop at right, while a laborer with a yoke over his shoulder trudges through the ankle-deep snow towards the bridge. A handsome snow scene with fine bokashi shading in the sky.

Artist - Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

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

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Faint toning and spotting, a few creases, minor offsetting. Please see photos for details. Good overall.