Eight Views of the Sumida River- Sunset Glow at Imado by Utagawa Hiroshige

Eight Views of the Sumida River- Sunset Glow at Imado c. 1840 - 1842

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print, ink, color-on-paper

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toned paper

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water colours

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print

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japan

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handmade artwork painting

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paste-up

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ink

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color-on-paper

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coloured pencil

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watercolour bleed

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watercolour illustration

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cartoon carciture

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watercolor

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watercolur painting

"Sunset Glow at Imado" is a woodblock print from the *Eight Views of the Sumida River* series, created by the renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige between 1840 and 1842. This particular print depicts the Sumida River, a prominent waterway in Tokyo, during a beautiful sunset, with the Imado district visible in the distance. The composition features the signature *ukiyo-e* style, with bold colors and intricate details, capturing the serene beauty of the Japanese landscape. The scene is framed by a dense forest, creating a sense of depth and perspective, and the use of soft, vibrant colors adds to the tranquility of the artwork.

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