Tsuchiyama 1906

aged paper

toned paper

pastel soft colours

personal sketchbook

sketchbook drawing

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

storyboard and sketchbook work

sketchbook art

watercolor

"Tsuchiyama" is a woodblock print created by Utagawa Hiroshige in 1906, part of his famous "Fifty-three Stations of the Tōkaidō Road" series. It depicts travelers on a boat, navigating a river under a rainy sky. The print is a masterful example of ukiyo-e art, showcasing Hiroshige's skill in capturing the beauty and atmosphere of the Japanese landscape. The print is in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, and its delicate details and vibrant colors make it a cherished work of art.