“The Jewel River of Plovers, a Famous Place in Mutsu Province,” from the series Six Jewel Rivers (Mu Tamagawa: Chidori no Tamagawa, Mutsu meisho) 1766

“The Jewel River of Plovers, a Famous Place in Mutsu Province,” from the series *Six Jewel Rivers* (1766) by Suzuki Harunobu depicts a woman in elegant attire walking along a beach with a child. The woman’s wide-brimmed hat and the child’s colorful kimono stand out against the soft, gray sky. The flowing waves of the river and the graceful flight of plovers create a sense of tranquility. This print, an example of *ukiyo-e*, or “pictures of the floating world”, showcases Harunobu’s mastery of delicate lines and vibrant colors.