Yaoya Oshichi kijkend naar haar slapende geliefde 1846

"Yaoya Oshichi Looking at Her Sleeping Beloved" is a woodblock print created by Utagawa Hiroshige in 1846. This ukiyo-e, or "pictures of the floating world," depicts a poignant scene of Oshichi, a young woman who was executed for arson, gazing at her lover. The print's composition captures Oshichi's sorrowful expression and the quiet intimacy of the moment. The detailed depiction of the room's interior and Oshichi's traditional clothing highlights the artist's mastery of woodblock printing techniques and his ability to evoke a strong sense of emotion. The print is part of the One Hundred Views of Edo series, which showcases the famous sites and everyday life in Edo, the former capital of Japan.