15. Suwa Bluff in Nippori

15. Suwa Bluff in Nippori by Hiroshige
Artist
Hiroshige
Date
1857
Style
Ukiyo-e
Genre
Landscape
"15. Suwa Bluff in Nippori" is a captivating woodblock print from Hiroshige's renowned series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo. This landscape vividly captures the scenic beauty of Suwa Bluff, a notable natural formation in Nippori, reflecting Hiroshige's mastery in portraying the changing seasons and settings of Edo (Tokyo). The print showcases Hiroshige's delicate lines and dynamic composition, typical of ukiyo-e art, emphasizing both nature and urban life. This series, first published between 1856–59 and completed posthumously, remains a testament to Hiroshige's lasting influence on Japanese art and landscape depiction.

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