Dawn over Nihon Embankment at Emonzaka in the New Yoshiwara c. 1839 - 1842

This woodblock print by Utagawa Hiroshige, titled "Dawn over Nihon Embankment at Emonzaka in the New Yoshiwara", depicts a bustling scene along a riverbank in Edo (present-day Tokyo). The artwork, created between 1839 and 1842, showcases Hiroshige's mastery of capturing the beauty of everyday life in Edo, especially the vibrancy of the Yoshiwara district, a renowned entertainment district. The print showcases the unique perspective of the artist, looking down upon the scene, featuring small figures moving along the bank, creating a sense of dynamism and movement.