38. Dawn Inside the Yoshiwara 1857

"38. Dawn Inside the Yoshiwara" is a woodblock print created by renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige in 1857. This print is one of the artist's later works, and it is considered to be a fine example of his signature style. This print depicts a bustling scene in the Yoshiwara, a famous red-light district in Edo, Japan, as the sun begins to rise. It depicts a street lined with buildings, with a small group of figures walking down the path. The use of muted colours and soft lines creates a tranquil atmosphere, perfectly capturing the quiet serenity of the early morning hours.