114. Bikuni Bridge in Snow 1857

"114. Bikuni Bridge in Snow" is a woodblock print created in 1857 by the renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige (1797-1858). This piece, likely from his "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo" series, showcases the bridge draped in snow with a night sky dotted with stars. The composition captures the peaceful atmosphere of a snowy winter scene. The delicate brushstrokes of Hiroshige are particularly apparent in the rendering of the snow and the subtle details of the architecture and the landscape. This work demonstrates Hiroshige's mastery of the ukiyo-e style, known for its detailed representations of everyday life in Edo-era Japan.