Nihon Embankment, Yoshiwara

by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

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Nihon Embankment, Yoshiwara by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

Original Hiroshige (1797 - 1858) Japanese Woodblock Print
Nihon Embankment, Yoshiwara

Series; Forty-eight Selected Views of Edo, 1892
A Fuji Arts Special Offer Auction

Forty-eight Selected Views of Edo, 1892 - Not much is known or published about this unusual and rare series, "Forty-eight Selected Views of Edo," which features some of the finest designs from Hiroshige's original "One Hundred Views of Edo" series. Published in 1892 by Kodama Matashichi, the series includes striking prints produced with the original blocks, and in some cases, the addition of new blocks. This memorial series includes some of Hiroshige's most memorable images, many of which are now hard to find from the original edition. Beautifully detailed with soft shading and fine line work, prints from the "Selected Views" are a great opportunity to acquire these classic Hiroshige subjects.

Nihon Embankment, Yoshiwara - A lovely scene of the Nihon Embankment at dusk with fine colors across the composition. Geese cross the evening sky in formation creating a sense of movement across the print. A light tone of purple across the horizon with separates the sky from the land, a nice choice for a collector.

Artist - Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

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

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Backed with paper. Slight toning. Some prints have a few spots or creases. Please see photos for details. Generally in good condition overall.

Nihon Embankment, Yoshiwara by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)
Nihon Embankment, Yoshiwara by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)

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