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.

6 mm Watanabe Reprint - This beautiful woodblock was published by the Watanabe Company and bears the important Watanabe round 6 mm seal. These old Watanabe prints are some of the finest woodblock reprints ever done. Watanabe began using the 6 mm seal after World War II ended, and it was in use from 1946 to 1957. These terrific Watanabe reprints are a wonderful way to collect a masterwork from the Edo era at an affordable price.

Driving Rain at Shono - Fantastic Hiroshige masterwork and one of his most well-known designs. A sudden shower surprises travelers and palanquin bearers at Shono, who rush for cover under the driving rain sweeping across the landscape. The crests of the bamboo trees in the background bend forward in the wind, creating rows of gently curving silhouettes. A terrific image with fine bokashi shading.

Artist - Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

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

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Paper remnant on reverse at top corner from previous mounting. Slight toning, a few spots, a few creases at edges. Please see photos for details. Good overall.