Home > Asia > Japan > Japan Heritage Sites > Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto
Snow at the Gion Shrine (from the series Famous Places in Kyoto), mid 1830s. Creator: Ando Hiroshige (Japanese, 1797-1858)
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
Snow at the Gion Shrine (from the series Famous Places in Kyoto), mid 1830s. Creator: Ando Hiroshige (Japanese, 1797-1858)
Snow at the Gion Shrine (from the series Famous Places in Kyoto), mid 1830s
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 19628207
© Heritage Art/Heritage Images
1615 1868 1797 1858 Ando Hiroshige Japanese Ando Hiroshige Colour Woodblock Print
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> A
> Hiroshige Ando
> Arts
> Artists
> Ando Hiroshige
> Arts
> Artists
> H
> Ando Hiroshige
> Asia
> Japan
> Japan Heritage Sites
> Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Cleveland
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "Snow at the Gion Shrine" takes us back to mid-1830s Kyoto, Japan. Created by the talented Ando Hiroshige, a renowned Japanese artist of the Edo period, this colour woodblock print beautifully captures the serene beauty of winter in one of Kyoto's most famous locations. The Gion Shrine stands majestically amidst a pristine blanket of snow, its vibrant red torii gates contrasting against the pure white landscape. The delicate branches of nearby trees are adorned with glistening icicles, creating a magical atmosphere that transports us to another time and place. Hiroshige's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke. From the intricate patterns on traditional Japanese architecture to the subtle shading that brings life to each individual flake of snow, his artistry truly shines through. As we gaze upon this masterpiece from Heritage Art/Heritage Images collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art, we can almost feel the crispness in the air and hear our footsteps softly crunching on freshly fallen snow. It serves as a reminder of nature's ability to transform even familiar places into ethereal landscapes. Through this timeless artwork, Hiroshige invites us to appreciate both the tranquility and power found within nature's grasp. It is an invitation to pause for a moment and immerse ourselves in its beauty – an experience that transcends time and connects us with centuries past.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
