Jo and Uba Greeting the Rising Sun c. 1770 - 1781

"Jo and Uba Greeting the Rising Sun" is a woodblock print created by Utagawa Toyoharu, a pioneer of the ukiyo-e style. It is a visual representation of the popular Japanese folk tale of the two figures, Jo and Uba, as they greet the sunrise over a sea of waves. Toyoharu's use of vibrant colors and precise line work captures the dramatic mood of this timeless story. The dynamic composition highlights the figures' contrasting stances: Jo raises his arm in admiration while Uba stands with a staff in hand. This piece, created between 1770 and 1781, showcases Toyoharu's skillful use of woodblock printing techniques and contributes to his legacy as a master of the Edo Period art form.