Utagawa Hiroshige Ii Collection (#3)

Famous Places of Edo: Shiba Shinmei, 19th century. Creator: Utagawa Hiroshige II
Famous Places of Edo: Shiba Shinmei, 19th century

Tango Amano Hashidate, 1859-61. Creator: Utagawa Hiroshige II
Tango Amano Hashidate, 1859-61

Akasaka Kiri-Ratake Uchu Yu Kei, ca. 1859. Creator: Utagawa Hiroshige II
Akasaka Kiri-Ratake Uchu Yu Kei, ca. 1859

Sumidagawa Mimeguri Hana Zakari no Kei. Creator: Utagawa Hiroshige II
Sumidagawa Mimeguri Hana Zakari no Kei

Foreigners Riding Along the Coast at Takanawa in the Eastern Capital, 9th month, 1861. Creator: Utagawa Hiroshige II
Foreigners Riding Along the Coast at Takanawa in the Eastern Capital, 9th month, 1861

Russians and a Chinese Inscribing a Fan, 12th month, 1860. Creator: Utagawa Hiroshige II
Russians and a Chinese Inscribing a Fan, 12th month, 1860

Ryogoku Kawarabiraki Hanami, 1862. Creator: Utagawa Hiroshige II
Ryogoku Kawarabiraki Hanami, 1862

French Woman, Her Child and Pet Dog, 10th month, 1860. Creator: Utagawa Hiroshige II
French Woman, Her Child and Pet Dog, 10th month, 1860

Women... from the series The Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido Road, early 20th century
Women and girls playing games, from the series The Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido Road, early 20th century

America: A Woman on Horseback in the Snow, 10th month, 1860. Creator: Utagawa Hiroshige II
America: A Woman on Horseback in the Snow, 10th month, 1860

Dutch and Chinese Ships in the Harbor at Nagasaki in Hizen Province, 3rd month, 1859. Creator: Utagawa Hiroshige II
Dutch and Chinese Ships in the Harbor at Nagasaki in Hizen Province, 3rd month, 1859

Evening View of Kiribata in Rain at Akasaka, 1859. Creator: Utagawa Hiroshige II
Evening View of Kiribata in Rain at Akasaka, 1859

American Woman Riding Side-Saddle on the Road at Hommoku, Motomura, Yokohama, 2... 2nd month, 1861
American Woman Riding Side-Saddle on the Road at Hommoku, Motomura, Yokohama, 2nd month, 1861

Ochanomizu Edo Period 1615-1868 Japan Polychrome Woodblock Print
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Evening View Kiribata Rain Akasaka Edo Period
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Kyoto Shijo Yu-suzumi Cooling Off Kamo River
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Tango Amano Hashidate Edo Period 1615-1868
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Akasaka Kiri-Ratake Uchu Yu Kei Edo Period 1615-1868
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Young Girl Tea House Iriya Edo Period 1615-1868
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Utagawa Hiroshige II, a renowned Japanese artist of the 19th century, left an indelible mark on the art world with his exquisite woodblock prints. His works captured the beauty and essence of nature, as well as scenes from everyday life. In "Dutch Ship at Anchor off the Coast of Tsushima, " created in the third month of 1859, Hiroshige II transports us to a serene coastal setting where a Dutch ship peacefully rests against the backdrop of Tsushima Island. The delicate brushstrokes and vibrant colors bring this maritime scene to life. Another masterpiece by Hiroshige II is "Japanese white-eye and persimmons" from around 1847/52. This artwork showcases his ability to depict not only landscapes but also flora and fauna. The intricate details in this print highlight a charming Japanese white-eye perched amidst ripe persimmons, creating a harmonious composition. Hiroshige II's talent for capturing birds is evident in several works such as "Parrot on plum branch, " "Sparrow on camellia branch, " "Small bird and ivy, " and "Bird on pine tree. " Each piece showcases his skillful portrayal of these feathered creatures amidst their natural habitats. Through these prints, he invites us into their world, revealing their gracefulness and charm. One cannot overlook Hiroshige II's ability to merge different elements seamlessly in his artworks. In pieces like "Canary and wisteria" (1865) or "Kingfisher and hydrangea" (1857), he combines birds with stunning floral arrangements that create captivating visual narratives. Not limited to traditional subjects, it also ventured into depicting urban landscapes like Nihonbashi from his series Thirty-six Views of the Eastern Capital (Toto sanjurokkei) created around 1853. This print offers a glimpse into the bustling cityscape of Tokyo, showcasing his versatility as an artist.