Utagawa Hiroshige

1797

—

1858

Japan

Utagawa Hiroshige (Japan, 1797–1858), born in Edo and died in the same city, was a prominent ukiyo-e artist renowned for his landscape woodblock prints.

Movement:

Impressionism

Biography:

Utagawa Hiroshige was a Japanese ukiyo-e artist, active from 1797 to 1858, known for his landscape prints and contributions to the Impressionism movement. He is celebrated for his series "The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tōkaidō," which captures the beauty of Japan's scenery and culture. Hiroshige's innovative use of color and perspective influenced Western artists, particularly during the Impressionist period. His work played a significant role in the popularization of Japanese art in the West. Hiroshige's legacy continues to be recognized in art history, with his prints remaining highly sought after by collectors and museums.