Aoi Slope, Outside Toranomon Gate

by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

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Aoi Slope, Outside Toranomon Gate by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Hiroshige (1797 - 1858) Japanese Woodblock Reprint
Aoi Slope, Outside Toranomon Gate

Series; One Hundred Famous Views of Edo
Uo-ya Eikichi 1918 Edition Reprint

1918 One Hundred Famous Views of Edo prints from publisher Uo-ya Eikichi - These 1918 prints are from a beautiful posthumous reprint release of Hiroshige prints by the original series publisher Uo-ya Eikichi. In 1918 Uo-ya Eikichi re-released a complete set of Hiroshige’s "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo" in a small edition, with prints of the highest quality rivaling those of the lifetime edition. Using only the most skilled printers and carefully matching the paper and inks to the Edo era printing. This masterwork series includes some of Hiroshige's most famous and memorable subjects. Today, these prints are valuable and sought after by collectors. As Hiroshige's lifetime prints have continued to climb in price, this wonderful 1918 edition from Uo-ya Eikichi offers a great opportunity to collect these original Hiroshige designs at a much lower price. If you have always wanted to collect from Hiroshige's "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo," but find lifetime Hiroshige masterworks outside of your price range, take advantage of this excellent opportunity. Take some time to browse our beautiful collection this evening. These breathtaking works are a rare find.

Aoi Slope, Outside Toranomon Gate - Interesting night view of Aoi Slope outside the Tornanoemon Gate of Edo Castle. At lower right, two apprentices return from customary winter visits to bathe in icy water at Konpira Shrine, where they would pray to improve their skills. At center right, water rushes from Tameike Pond into the outer moat. At lower left, a couple of dogs rest in the middle of the road, two noodle vendors with portable stalls visible at right. Stars twinkle in the evening sky and a flock of geese flies past the crescent moon. Nicely detailed and shaded.

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. Paper remnant on reverse at sides from original publisher mounting. Slight toning at edges. Some prints have a few spots or creases. Please see photos for details.

Aoi Slope, Outside Toranomon Gate by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)
Aoi Slope, Outside Toranomon Gate by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)