The Stone Bridge over the Aji River near Nii Hill, Osaka (Osaka Ajigawa Niiyama ishibashi), from the series "Famous Places in Osaka: Fine Views of Mount Tenpo (Naniwa meisho Tenpozan shokei ichiran)" c. 1834

"The Stone Bridge over the Aji River near Nii Hill, Osaka" is a woodblock print by Yashima Gakutei, created in 1834. It is part of the series "Famous Places in Osaka: Fine Views of Mount Tenpo." This ukiyo-e artwork depicts a stone bridge spanning the Aji River in Osaka, Japan, with several figures crossing the bridge and boats on the water below. The print's vibrant colors and detailed depictions of the landscape highlight Gakutei's artistic mastery and the beauty of the natural world. It's a testament to the popularity of landscape depictions in Japanese woodblock art, showcasing the everyday beauty of Japan's unique landscapes. The print is now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago.