78 Teppōzu and Tsukiji Monzeki Temple 1857

"78 Teppōzu and Tsukiji Monzeki Temple" is a woodblock print by the famous Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige from 1857. The print depicts a view of the Tsukiji Monzeki Temple in Tokyo, with a fleet of boats in the foreground and a flock of birds in the sky. The composition is typical of Hiroshige's work, with a strong emphasis on perspective and a sense of depth. This artwork is a part of the "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo" series, which documented the landscapes and landmarks of Edo, the former name of Tokyo. Hiroshige was a master of landscape and cityscapes, and he used vibrant colors and detailed brushstrokes to capture the beauty of Japan.