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Station Forty-Three: Kuwana, Seven-Ri Ferry at the Port, from the Fifty-Three Stati... ca. 1833-34. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
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Station Forty-Three: Kuwana, Seven-Ri Ferry at the Port, from the Fifty-Three Stati... ca. 1833-34. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Station Forty-Three: Kuwana, Seven-Ri Ferry at the Port, from the Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido, ca. 1833-34
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Station Forty-Three - Kuwana, Seven-Ri Ferry at the Port - A Glimpse into Edo Period Japan
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. This print by Ando Hiroshige takes us back to 19th century Japan during the Edo period. Titled "Station Forty-Three: Kuwana, Seven-Ri Ferry at the Port" it is part of his renowned series, "Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido". The image showcases a bustling scene at Kuwana's port, where boats and sailboats gracefully navigate through gentle waves. The polychrome woodblock print beautifully captures the vibrant colors of this coastal landscape. Intriguingly, a majestic castle stands tall in the background, symbolizing fortification and power. Its presence adds an air of mystery to this otherwise serene setting. The attention to detail in Hiroshige's work is evident as he skillfully depicts every architectural element and geographical feature with precision. Through this artwork, we are transported to a time when water transport played a vital role in connecting different regions of Japan. It offers us a glimpse into daily life during that era - people going about their activities near the port while others embark on journeys across vast seas. Preserved by The Metropolitan Museum of Art, this heritage art piece serves as a testament to Hiroshige's mastery in ukiyo-e printing technique. As we admire its beauty today, we can appreciate both its artistic value and historical significance as it immortalizes an important chapter in Japanese culture and transportation history.
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