Twelve Views of Naniwa (Osaka) (Naniwa jūnikei なにわ十二景) 1833 - 1897

This is a painting from a set of twelve prints entitled "Twelve Views of Naniwa" (Osaka) by the Japanese artist Nishiyama Ken. This particular print features a panoramic view of trees in the foreground and a distant view of the city of Osaka in the background. Created in the late Edo period and early Meiji period, this series of paintings is a valuable resource for understanding the changing cityscape of Osaka, as it captured the unique landscapes of the region and the historical development of the city. The artist's attention to detail and the subtle use of color contribute to the evocative and nostalgic quality of the work.