87. Benten Shrine at the Inokashira Pond

87. Benten Shrine at the Inokashira Pond by Hiroshige
Artist
Hiroshige
Date
1857
Style
Ukiyo-e
Genre
Landscape
'87. Benten Shrine at the Inokashira Pond' is a renowned ukiyo-e woodblock print from Hiroshige's One Hundred Famous Views of Edo series. This landscape captures the tranquil scene of the Benten Shrine nestled beside Inokashira Pond, showcasing Hiroshige's mastery of depth, perspective, and subtle color. The print's composition highlights the harmony between nature and spiritual shrines, emphasizing the beauty of Edo (Tokyo) in the mid-19th century. Renowned for its artistry and historical significance, this piece exemplifies Hiroshige's influential contribution to ukiyo-e and landscape art, garnering widespread popularity and repeated reprints.

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