Night View of Matsuchiyama and the San'ya Canal Possibly 1857 - 1858

"Night View of Matsuchiyama and the San'ya Canal" is a woodblock print from the *One Hundred Famous Views of Edo* series by renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige. Created sometime between 1857 and 1858, this print showcases Hiroshige's masterful use of color and detail in depicting a serene nighttime scene. The artist's signature blue and grey tones create a sense of tranquility, with the moon casting a soft glow upon a canal, a lone woman, and the distant cityscape. This artwork is a prime example of the ukiyo-e style, which flourished in Edo-era Japan.