Bird on Wisteria Vine c. 1830s

"Bird on Wisteria Vine" is a woodblock print from the 1830s by the renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige (1797–1858). The print, now housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, showcases Hiroshige's mastery of depicting nature with delicate detail and vibrant color. A single bird perches on a cascade of purple wisteria blossoms, capturing a fleeting moment of natural beauty. This work is a fine example of ukiyo-e, the popular art form that flourished in Edo-period Japan, often depicting scenes from everyday life and natural landscapes.