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Clearing After Snow at Nihonbashi Bridge, 1856 (woodblock print, with bokashi)
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Clearing After Snow at Nihonbashi Bridge, 1856 (woodblock print, with bokashi)
7299862 Clearing After Snow at Nihonbashi Bridge, 1856 (woodblock print, with bokashi) by Hiroshige, Ando or Utagawa (1797-1858); 55.9x40.6 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Hiroshige Utagawa, I (1797-1858)
Eikichi Uoya (mid-19th century).
Display: woodblock print, with bokashi (tonal gradation), Material: paper, Technique: colour woodcut.
Subject: Mount Fuji, Nihonbashi Bridge.); © Ashmolean Museum
Media ID 27984662
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
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This woodblock print, titled "Clearing After Snow at Nihonbashi Bridge, 1856" by Hiroshige Utagawa, transports viewers to a serene winter scene in 19th century Japan. The print measures 55.9x40.6 cm and is housed in the Ashmolean Museum at the University of Oxford. The artist skillfully employs bokashi, a technique that creates tonal gradations, to bring depth and texture to the composition. The subject of the artwork is Mount Fuji and Nihonbashi Bridge, both iconic symbols of Japanese culture. In this picturesque landscape, snow blankets everything in sight as it gently falls from the sky. A river flows peacefully beneath the bridge while boats glide along its surface, serving as means of transportation for passengers braving the wintry weather. The colors used in this print are vibrant and richly hued, capturing the beauty of nature even amidst snowy conditions. The mountain scenery adds an element of grandeur to the scene while emphasizing Japan's harmonious relationship with its natural surroundings. Hiroshige's meticulous attention to detail allows viewers to immerse themselves in this tranquil winter wonderland. It serves as a reminder of how art can transport us through time and space, allowing us to appreciate different cultures and their unique perspectives on nature. This woodblock print stands as a testament to Hiroshige's mastery as an artist and his ability to capture moments that evoke emotion within those who gaze upon his work.
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