1918 One Hundred Famous Views of Edo prints by publisher Uo-ya Eikichi - These 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. These breathtaking works are a rare find.

Spiral Hall, Five Hundred Rakan Temple - Handsome image of the Spiral Hall of the Five Hundred Rakan Temple, famous for its panoramic view of the distant environs of the city. Visitors enjoy the scenery from the balcony at right, looking out over green fields stretching into the distance. A few pine trees dot the plains and a rosy glow spreads along the horizon. This was a favorite location of Hiroshige and it is said that he often took day trips to this temple site. An attractive design with fine bokashi shading in the sky.

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 remnants on reverse at sides from original publisher mounting. Slight toning at edges, rippling at side, a few spots. Please see photos for details.