Mountain Gorge in Winter c. 1842

"Mountain Gorge in Winter" is a woodblock print created by the celebrated Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige in about 1842. The print depicts a snow-covered mountain gorge with a river running through it. The scene is rendered in a beautiful, delicate style typical of Hiroshige's work. The print evokes a sense of peace and tranquility, highlighting the beauty of nature in the midst of winter. The composition is characteristic of the "ukiyo-e" genre, featuring a narrow vertical format known as "kakemono-e". The print is an example of Hiroshige's mastery of depicting natural landscapes, and his signature use of subtle color variations and detail.