Kyoto, de grote brug bij Sanjo 1828 - 1835

This woodblock print, titled "Kyoto, de grote brug bij Sanjo," by Utagawa Hiroshige, depicts a bustling scene on the Sanjo Bridge in Kyoto, Japan. The artist is renowned for his exquisite landscapes and detailed depictions of daily life. This piece, created between 1828 and 1835, captures a moment of quiet contemplation as figures traverse the bridge against a backdrop of distant mountains and a serene river. Hiroshige's masterful use of color and perspective invites the viewer to experience the tranquility of this iconic location. The print is a beautiful example of the ukiyo-e style, a genre of Japanese art that flourished in the Edo period, often depicting scenes of everyday life and landscapes.