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.

Shima Province, Mount Hiyori, and Toba Harbor - Beautiful depiction of Toba Bay, ships moored in the harbor and vessels out at sea. In the foreground, the village of Toba lines the beach along the foothills of Mount Hiyori, famed for the beautiful vantage point it provided over Toba bay. A lovely print.

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.