Cod and Gurnard c. 1830s

This woodblock print, "Cod and Gurnard," is a vibrant example of Utagawa Hiroshige's later work, dating back to the 1830s. The print depicts two gurnards and a cod, laid out in a simple but artful composition against a pale yellow background. The bright, detailed colors are characteristic of Hiroshige's style and reflect the Edo period's fascination with nature. This print is a chūban, a popular size of Japanese woodblock print, and exemplifies Hiroshige's masterful ability to capture the essence of Japanese fish in a visually engaging way.