35. Suijin Shrine and Massaki on the Sumida River

35. Suijin Shrine and Massaki on the Sumida River by Hiroshige
Artist
Hiroshige
Date
1857
Style
Ukiyo-e
Genre
Landscape
"35. Suijin Shrine and Massaki on the Sumida River" is a striking print from Hiroshige’s renowned series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo. This ukiyo-e masterpiece captures a vibrant landscape along the Sumida River, illustrating the bustling Massaki (wharf) and the tranquil Suijin Shrine. Hiroshige's masterful use of color and composition transports viewers to Edo (modern Tokyo), showcasing daily life and scenic beauty. The series, begun in 1856, was immensely popular and influential, exemplifying Hiroshige’s skill in blending cultural motifs with picturesque landscape art.

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