100. Nihon Embankment and Yoshiwara 1857

"100. Nihon Embankment and Yoshiwara" is a woodblock print created by renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige in 1857. This ukiyo-e print, characteristic of Hiroshige's "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo" series, depicts a serene landscape with a line of figures and carts traveling along a winding path in the foreground. The distant horizon is dominated by a pale blue sky, punctuated by a flock of birds flying in formation. The scene evokes a sense of tranquility and the beauty of everyday life in Edo, showcasing the meticulous detail and vivid colors often found in Hiroshige's work.