Plum Garden at Kameido, circa 1832 -1838

by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

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Plum Garden at Kameido, circa 1832 -1838 by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Original Hiroshige (1797 - 1858) Japanese Woodblock Print
Plum Garden at Kameido, circa 1832 -1838

Series; Famous Places in the Eastern Capital

Plum Garden at Kameido, circa 1832 -1838 - Handsome Hiroshige design of visitors at the plum garden at Kameido, the famous "Sleeping Dragon Plum" emerging from the ground at various points beyond the fenced enclosure. People relax as they sit on the benches under the blossoming trees, smoking and chatting next to a tea stand with a thatched roof. At left, a waitress carries a tray with teacups on it. A great view of this famous Edo landmark. The Boston Museum of Fine Arts has this image in its collection.

Artist - Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Image Size - 8 3/4" x 13 1/2" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Paper remnant on reverse at top corner from previous mounting. Slight separation at end of vertical centerfold. Slight toing and creasing, small spot, slight rubbing at edges. Please see photos for details.

Plum Garden at Kameido, circa 1832 -1838 by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)
Plum Garden at Kameido, circa 1832 -1838 by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)