Famous Views of the Sixty-odd Provinces - Published between 1853 and 1856 by Koshihei, Hiroshige's fantastic "Famous Views of the Sixty-odd Provinces" series features sixty-nine prints, one for each of the sixty-six provinces of Japan, plus Edo and the two major islands. The series represents a further development of Hiroshige's landscape print design, including some of his most modern compositions.

Taisho era Reprints - When increased Western traffic in Japan increased demand for Edo era masterworks, some of the best print publishers in Tokyo embarked on production of some of the finest woodblock reproductions ever made. Following the traditions and methods of the Edo era, the prints were crafted with great care and the utmost attention to detail, masterfully reproducing color, linework and detail.

Not all of these great publishing houses survived, but their legacy carries on through these fine woodblock reprints. Each print from this group of Hiroshige's 60-odd provinces bears an embossed seal from an unknown publisher.

Yamashiro Province, The Togetsu Bridge in Arashiyama - A lovely Hiroshige depiction of the bridge across the Hozu River to Arashiyama. Arashiyama was famous for its blossoming cherry trees in spring. In this print, visitors to the village cross the bridge, cherry trees in full bloom across the landscape.

Artist - Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Image Size - 14 7/8" x 10" + margins as shown

Condition - With excellent color and detail as shown. Please see photos for details. Very nice overall.