Series; Thirty-Six Views of Mt. Fuji
Hiroshige's Thirty-six Views of Mt. Fuji - In Japan, Mt. Fuji is a sacred place and a symbol of the country itself. Rising majestically near the center of Japan, Fuji dominates the landscape and the Japanese national identity. Hiroshige completed designs for his last series, "Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji," in 1858. Following a tradition established by Hokusai, Hiroshige’s wonderful series show the mountain in each of the four seasons, from a variety of vantage points. Hiroshige utilized a vertical full oban format to create dramatic and breathtaking views of this most revered landmark. Views range from the urban city center of Edo to cherry blossom viewing in a small village and the fantastic crashing wave at Awa. Seen less frequently than some of his more well-known series, "Thirty-six Views of Mt. Fuji" ranks as one of Hiroshige's best vertical format series.
Hosukaku Publishing - This beautiful, rare reprint was produced in
Mt. Rokuso in Kazusa Province - Handsome spring view from Mt. Rokuso looking across the bay to Mt. Fuji in the distance. At tall pine tree dominates the hilltop, with a traveler on horseback approaching a wooden torii gate at right, and a few pedestrians climbing up the mount at left. Cherry trees covered with pink and white blossoms and the rosy glow spreading along the horizon add a colorful touch. An interesting composition, nicely colored and shaded.
Artist - Hiroshige (1797 - 1858)
Image Size - 13 1/4" x 8 5/8" + margins as shown
Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Please see photos for details. Nice overall.