Kuruma Ebi, Aji Prawns, and Horse Mackerel c. 19th century

"Kuruma Ebi, Aji Prawns, and Horse Mackerel," created by the renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige (1797-1858), is a captivating depiction of various types of seafood. The print features two kuruma ebi shrimp, two aji prawns, and a horse mackerel, all arranged with meticulous detail and rendered in vibrant colors. The shrimp are shown with their delicate antennae and shells, while the fish are depicted in a lifelike pose, their scales shimmering with intricate detail. Hiroshige's masterful use of woodblock printing techniques and his keen eye for nature's beauty bring these aquatic subjects to life.