Mishima: Morning Mist (Mishima, asagiri), from the series "Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido Road (Tokaido gojusan tsugi no uchi)
Utagawa Hiroshige
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Mishima: Morning Mist by Utagawa Hiroshige
"Mishima: Morning Mist (Mishima, asagiri)" is a notable work by Utagawa Hiroshige, created circa 1833/34 as part of his acclaimed series Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido Road (Tokaido gojusan tsugi no uchi). This series is celebrated for its innovative use of color woodblock printing, known as oban, which allowed Hiroshige to capture the atmospheric effects and transient beauty of the Japanese landscape. The depiction of morning mist in this particular print exemplifies Hiroshige's mastery in conveying mood and environment, contributing significantly to the ukiyo-e genre. Hiroshige's work had a profound influence on Western artists, particularly the Impressionists, who admired his composition and use of color. Born in 1797, Hiroshige was a prominent figure in the Edo period, and his works remain pivotal in understanding the cultural and artistic transitions of 19th-century Japan. His ability to blend traditional Japanese aesthetics with innovative techniques has cemented his legacy as one of the foremost landscape artists of his time.
Mishima: Morning Mist by Utagawa Hiroshige
The painting "Mishima: Morning Mist (Mishima, asagiri)," part of the series "Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido Road," is a color woodblock print created by Utagawa Hiroshige around 1833/34, utilizing the oban format. This work exemplifies the ukiyo-e style, capturing the serene atmosphere of the Tokaido Road enveloped in morning mist, a common theme in Hiroshige's exploration of Japan's natural beauty and travel routes.
