Koekoek en pijnboom 1840

"Koekoek en pijnboom" (Cuckoo and Pine Tree), created by Utagawa Hiroshige in 1840, is a Japanese woodblock print, also known as ukiyo-e. The print depicts a cuckoo flying through the branches of a pine tree against a backdrop of a full moon and pale blue sky. This artwork showcases the artist's mastery of landscape depiction and captures the tranquility of nature under the light of the moon. The silhouetted tree and bird against the soft hues of the sky are typical of Hiroshige's style, known for its evocative landscapes and atmospheric details. This print is a serene example of the artistic tradition of ukiyo-e and is part of the collection at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.