Kustgezicht met vissers die netten binnen halen 1831

"Kustgezicht met vissers die netten binnen halen" (Coastal View with Fishermen Pulling in Nets), created in 1831 by the renowned Japanese artist Totoya Hokkei (1790-1850), is a captivating ukiyo-e woodblock print. This print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Hokkei's masterful depiction of everyday life in Edo-period Japan. The scene unfolds on a coastal landscape with Mount Fuji in the distance, illustrating the beauty of the natural world. The lively depiction of fishermen hauling their nets, their figures bustling with activity, speaks to the artist's keen eye for detail and his ability to capture the energy and rhythm of daily life. The vibrant colors and dynamic composition, characteristic of the ukiyo-e style, make this print a beautiful and historically significant artwork.