Tsukudajima from  Eitai Bridge, from the series One Hundred Views of Famous Places in Edo by Utagawa Hiroshige

Tsukudajima from Eitai Bridge, from the series One Hundred Views of Famous Places in Edo 1858

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water colours

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muted colour palette

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"Tsukudajima from Eitai Bridge" is a woodblock print by the renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige, created in 1858. The artwork depicts a serene nighttime scene of Tsukudajima Island, viewed from Eitai Bridge, with a sliver of moon illuminating the water and a constellation of stars above. This piece is part of the "One Hundred Views of Famous Places in Edo" series, a collection of landscapes showcasing the beauty of Japan's capital city, Edo (present-day Tokyo). The print exemplifies Hiroshige's mastery of woodblock techniques and his keen eye for detail, capturing the subtle nuances of light and atmosphere in a remarkably evocative way. Hiroshige's ability to evoke tranquility and beauty within urban settings is a hallmark of his artistic legacy.

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