Hamamatsu 1855

"Hamamatsu" is a woodblock print by the renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige, created in 1855. This ukiyo-e print depicts a tranquil scene of a coastal landscape with a group of figures strolling along the shore. The composition is dominated by a large pine tree in the foreground, its branches reaching out towards the sea. The image is characterized by Hiroshige's signature use of delicate lines and subtle colors, capturing the beauty of the natural world and the tranquility of the scene. This print is one of many in Hiroshige's series "Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido Road", which depicts the journey between Edo (present-day Tokyo) and Kyoto, showcasing the diverse landscapes and culture of Japan.