No. 47 c. 1835 - 1838

Utagawa Hiroshige’s *No. 47* is a woodblock print from his *Fifty-Three Stations of the Tōkaidō Road* series. Created in the mid-19th century, this *ōban* print depicts travelers on horseback traversing a snowy landscape illuminated by lanterns at night. The print exemplifies Hiroshige's mastery of depicting atmospheric conditions, with fine details capturing the falling snow, the dim light of the lanterns, and the frosty landscape. The work is a captivating example of *ukiyo-e* art, showcasing the everyday life of people in Edo-period Japan.