Kanaya c. 1840 - 1842

"Kanaya" is a woodblock print created by renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige (1797-1858) circa 1840-1842. This ukiyo-e artwork showcases a bustling scene at Kanaya, likely during the Edo period. The composition captures a group of people on a sandy beach, with a large covered palanquin in the center. Figures are engaged in various activities, suggesting a lively and dynamic moment. The print exemplifies Hiroshige's mastery of detail and his signature use of delicate lines to depict the natural world. His signature, "Hiroshige," appears in the top right corner of the print. This work is now part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection.