Horse Mackerel c. 1832 - 1833

print, ink, color-on-paper

toned paper

childish illustration

water colours

print

japan

handmade artwork painting

ink

fluid art

color-on-paper

coloured pencil

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

sketchbook art

watercolor

"Horse Mackerel" is a woodblock print by the renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige, dating from 1832-1833. This print features a pair of horse mackerel, or *aji*, swimming in the ocean, with a branch of seaweed and two shrimp, intricately detailed with vibrant colors and delicate lines. The image is a stunning example of Hiroshige's mastery of the *ukiyo-e* style, which depicts everyday life and natural scenes. Known for his landscapes, Hiroshige's attention to detail and vibrant colors bring these sea creatures to life in this captivating artwork.

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Prawns and mackerel, harvested by the Japanese in late summer and early autumn, are typically garnished with sprigs of smartweed, a summer herb. A kyōka poem by Toshinoya no Tomiharu is inscribed at the upper right. When they are smallerprawns have a pattern on their shells that looks like the bands on a sheath.It helped the fishermen of Shibaura Beachband them together and catch them en masse.