Futagawa
1855
Hiroshige captures the bustling energy of Futagawa, a famous post town on the ancient Tōkaidō road, where travelers paused to rest before tackling the steep, pine-covered hill looming in the background. You can almost hear the chatter at the thatched-roof shops selling snacks and supplies to weary porters and samurai carrying heavy loads. This print belongs to his 'Fifty-three Famous Places' series, showcasing his mastery of perspective and that beautiful, fading blue sky gradient known as 'bokashi' which suggests a crisp morning atmosphere.
- Technique
- Woodblock print
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