Monkey trainer 1848

"Monkey Trainer" is a woodblock print created in 1848 by famed Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige. The print depicts a man carrying a monkey on his back, both with a comical expression. The monkey is wearing a traditional Japanese hat and carrying a long stick, while the man wears a straw hat and holds a stick in his hand. The artwork showcases Hiroshige's signature style of detailed observation of daily life in Edo-period Japan. The simple composition and gentle humor of the print reflect a sense of serenity and playfulness characteristic of Hiroshige's work. It is a fine example of ukiyo-e, the genre of Japanese woodblock prints, and a captivating glimpse into everyday life in 19th-century Japan.