Geese Homing at Katada Possibly 1857

"Geese Homing at Katada" is a woodblock print by Utagawa Hiroshige, depicting a tranquil scene of a Japanese lake with a mountain in the background. The print showcases the artist's signature style of *ukiyo-e*, which translates to "pictures of the floating world." This particular piece is a *landscape* print, capturing the beauty of a natural scene, a common theme in Hiroshige's work. The geese flying in a V-formation add a sense of movement and scale to the scene. Created around 1857, "Geese Homing at Katada" offers a glimpse into the idyllic landscapes of pre-modern Japan.