Hillside, Houses, Dark Mountains c. 19th century

Utagawa Hiroshige's "Hillside, Houses, Dark Mountains" is a woodblock print from the 19th century. This classic example of ukiyo-e, the genre of Japanese woodblock prints, depicts a mountainous landscape under a full moon. The scene features a steep hillside, a small cluster of houses nestled at its peak, and a dark mountain range in the distance. The print's vibrant colors and delicate lines capture the beauty and serenity of the natural world, a hallmark of Hiroshige's work. This piece exemplifies the artist's mastery of landscape depiction and his use of subtle gradations of color to create a sense of depth and atmosphere.