1797-1858 1832 1836 21. 6 34. 2 Ando Hiroshige
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1797-1858 1832 1836 21. 6 34. 2 Ando Hiroshige
Takanawa ōkido no zu, Ōkido at Takanawa. Andō, Hiroshige, 1797-1858, artist, [between 1832 and 1836], 1 print : woodcut, color ; 21.6 x 34.2 cm. Print shows sailing ships in the harbor, men moving goods by hand and with carts in the port area, and a small building, possibly the customs house
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1797 1858 1832 1836 Ando Area Building Carts Customs Goods Hand Harbor Hiroshige Moving Port Possibly Sailing Ships Shows Small Takanawa
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Step back in time to 1832-1836 with this stunning print by Ando Hiroshige, a renowned Japanese artist of the Ukiyo-e school. Titled "Takanawa ōkido no zu, Ōkido at Takanawa", this vibrant woodcut depicts the bustling harbor area of Takanawa, where sailing ships and boats navigate through the waters while men laboriously move goods by hand and cart.
The scene is set against a backdrop of colorful buildings, including what appears to be the customs house. The attention to detail in Hiroshige's work is remarkable, capturing every aspect of daily life in this thriving port town. From the sailors hauling heavy loads to the merchants haggling over goods, every moment is frozen in time.
This beautiful print measures 21.6 x 34.2 cm and showcases Hiroshige's mastery of color and composition. As one of Japan's most celebrated artists, he was known for his landscapes and cityscapes that captured the essence of Edo-era Japan (1603-1868). This piece is a testament to his skill as an artist and his ability to evoke a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era.
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