The Tone River at Kōnodai Possibly 1858

"The Tone River at Kōnodai" is a classic example of ukiyo-e woodblock printing by renowned artist Utagawa Hiroshige. The woodblock print, measuring 13 5/16 × 8 11/16 in. (33.8 × 22.1 cm), depicts a serene scene of the Tone River winding through a landscape with Mount Fuji visible in the distance. The print, potentially created in 1858, showcases Hiroshige's masterful use of color and detail, capturing the tranquil beauty of the Japanese countryside. The image is part of the "Sixty-nine Stations of the Kisokaido" series, a collection of prints depicting scenes along the Kisokaido highway, one of Japan's most important trade routes during the Edo period.