62 (55) Komakata Hall and Azuma Bridge 1857

This woodblock print, "Komakata Hall and Azuma Bridge," is part of Utagawa Hiroshige's famous "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo" series created in 1857. The print depicts a scene of the Komakata Hall and Azuma Bridge in Edo (now Tokyo), with a lone bird flying through the sky. The composition highlights the bridge and hall from a slightly elevated perspective, showcasing the bustling river below with boats passing through. The print's soft colors and delicate lines capture the beauty of Edo's urban landscape, a testament to Hiroshige's mastery of woodblock printing.