Ide Jewel River in Yamashiro Province c. 1835 - 1836

This ōban woodblock print by Utagawa Hiroshige, titled *Ide Jewel River in Yamashiro Province*, depicts a scene of travelers crossing a river in the Yamashiro Province of Japan. The use of vivid colors and meticulous detail is characteristic of Hiroshige’s *ukiyo-e* style. The composition features a large, flowing river, with a mountain range in the background, and a small group of travelers in the foreground. The figures are rendered in a highly stylized manner, and the scene is filled with a sense of peace and tranquility. This print, which dates to circa 1835-36, is a beautiful example of the artistic and cultural traditions of Edo-period Japan.