38 Possibly 1855 - 1857

"38" is a woodblock print by the renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige, created sometime between 1855 and 1857. This print is one of a series of 55 prints showcasing the various regions of Japan. The print depicts a winter scene with snow-covered thatched roof houses, a winding path, and a large pine tree in the foreground. The viewer's perspective is that of a person looking down at the snow-covered village. The print is characterized by Hiroshige's delicate lines, subtle color gradations, and atmospheric rendering of snow. "38" is an example of ukiyo-e, a genre of Japanese woodblock printing that flourished in the Edo period.