The Otsuki Plain in Kai Province

by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

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The Otsuki Plain in Kai Province by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Original Hiroshige (1797 - 1858) Japanese Woodblock Print
The Otsuki Plain in Kai Province

Series; Thirty-Six Views of Mt. Fuji

Hiroshige's Thirty-six Views of Mt. Fuji - In Japan, Mt. Fuji is a sacred place and a symbol of the country itself. Rising majestically near the center of Japan, Fuji dominates the landscape and the Japanese national identity. Hiroshige completed designs for his last series, "Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji," in 1858. Following a tradition established by Hokusai, Hiroshige’s wonderful series show the mountain in each of the four seasons, from a variety of vantage points. Hiroshige utilized a vertical full oban format to create dramatic and breathtaking views of this most revered landmark. Views range from the urban city center of Edo to cherry blossom viewing in a small village and the fantastic crashing wave at Awa. Seen less frequently than some of his more well-known series, "Thirty-six Views of Mt. Fuji" ranks as one of Hiroshige's best vertical format series.

The Otsuki Plain in Kai Province - Attractive view of Mt. Fuji from the Otsuki Plain, the fields covered with tall autumn grasses and colorful flowers. A narrow stream zigzags across the grass, and a flock of birds can be seen in silhouette near the peak of the mountain. A handsome composition with fine bokashi shading.

Artist - Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Image Size - 13 1/4" x 8 3/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. A few spots, slight creasing. Slight rubbing and soiling near bottom edge. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

The Otsuki Plain in Kai Province by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)
The Otsuki Plain in Kai Province by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

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