19. Dam on the Otonashi River at Ōji, Known as The Great Waterfall

"19. Dam on the Otonashi River at Ōji, Known as The Great Waterfall" is a striking woodblock print from Hiroshige's renowned series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo. This ukiyo-e captures a vivid landscape scene of the powerful waterfall on the Otonashi River, highlighting Hiroshige’s mastery of composition and seasonal effects. The series, first published between 1856–59, was immensely popular and much reprinted. Hiroshige’s work beautifully blends natural elements with Edo's urban surroundings, making the entire series a timeless celebration of Japan’s scenic beauty during the Edo period.