Illustrated Book -Souvenir of Edo- vol. 2(west) 1850

This woodblock print, part of a larger illustrated book titled "Souvenir of Edo," depicts a serene scene of a river in Edo (present-day Tokyo) with boats and a distant view of Mount Fuji. Created by the renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige in 1850, the print showcases his signature style, capturing the beauty of the natural landscape with intricate detail. The delicate brushstrokes and subtle color palette evoke a sense of tranquility and invite the viewer to appreciate the simple joys of everyday life in Edo. This work, now housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, provides valuable insight into the artistic and cultural landscape of 19th-century Japan.