Hiroshige’s Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido - In 1832, Hiroshige first traveled from his home in Edo (Tokyo) to Kyoto along the Tokaido road. The journey was an eye opening and life changing experience for him. As an urban man of Edo he had experienced life mainly in the capital. He immediately returned to Edo after the trip and began his masterwork woodblock series from the sketches he had made on his journey. Hiroshige's Tokaido prints are an opportunity to be transported back in time to see this world as Hiroshige did in the shadow of the Tokugawa Shogunate.

The Rokugo Ferry at Kawasaki - Charming scene of the ferry crossing on the Rokugo River at Kawasaki. The boatman poles the craft along, some of his passengers smoking pipes or chatting as he heads for the opposite shore. On the bank behind them, travelers await his return, including a man with a heavily laden horse. Mt. Fuji can be seen in the distance at right above the sunset sky. A nicely detailed subject, with soft bokashi shading. Published by Uchida with publisher's seal at lower left.

Artist - Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Image Size - 8 5/8" x 13 3/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Some prints have a couple of light creases at edges. Please see photos for details. Generally in nice condition overall.