Schetsblad 1807 - 1858

This sketch by Utagawa Hiroshige, a prominent Japanese artist of the Edo period, captures a fleeting moment of nature. It depicts a delicate arrangement of grasses, perhaps intended as a study for a larger composition. The thin, flowing lines and subtle shading convey a sense of fragility and ephemeral beauty, characteristic of Hiroshige's later work. This study, dating from 1807-1858, is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, offering a glimpse into the creative process of one of Japan's most celebrated woodblock print artists.