Tidings of Spring on the Sumida River c. 1863

"Tidings of Spring on the Sumida River" is a ukiyo-e woodblock print by Yabu Chōsui, a Japanese artist active during the Edo period. The artwork depicts a small boat on the Sumida River, with three figures on board. The riverbank is lined with trees, and a torii gate, a traditional Japanese gateway, can be seen in the background. The scene is a simple one but it evokes a sense of peace and tranquility, a classic subject for ukiyo-e art. The print, dated to around 1863, exemplifies Chōsui's delicate brushwork and masterful use of color. The work is currently held in the Minneapolis Institute of Art.