Entrance to Enoshima in Sagami Province by Utagawa Hiroshige

Entrance to Enoshima in Sagami Province Possibly 1858

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print, ink, color-on-paper

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toned paper

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water colours

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print

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japan

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handmade artwork painting

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ink

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color-on-paper

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coloured pencil

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coffee painting

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art nouveau

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watercolour bleed

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watercolour illustration

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watercolor

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watercolur painting

This woodblock print, titled "Entrance to Enoshima in Sagami Province," is a stunning example of the work of renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige, who is known for his captivating landscapes. Created in 1858, the print showcases the majestic Mount Fuji rising in the distance, framed by a towering torii gate, a traditional Japanese gateway, that leads to the island of Enoshima. The scene is filled with vibrant colors, depicting a peaceful bay with boats and figures strolling along the shore, making this artwork a beautiful depiction of the serene beauty of Japan. The print exemplifies the ukiyo-e style, a popular art form in Edo-period Japan that captured everyday life and landscapes.

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