Gokanosho_ Village in Higo Province Possibly 1856

"Gokanosho: Village in Higo Province" is a woodblock print created by Utagawa Hiroshige, a prominent Japanese artist, in 1856. The print showcases a dramatic mountain scene with a lone traveler standing on a bridge, highlighting the peaceful beauty of nature. This piece is a fine example of Hiroshige’s mastery of landscape illustration, depicting a blend of lush vegetation, craggy cliffs, and a misty atmosphere in a masterful use of color and detail. "Gokanosho" is part of the "Sixty-Nine Stations of the Kisokaido" series, a collection of prints showcasing famous locations and sites along the Kisokaido road that connects Edo to Kyoto.