Mt. Nokogiri Seen from a Distance

Utagawa Hiroshige

Created:
Movement:
1858
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"Serene landscape" "Subtle color gradation"
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Dimensions:
8 1/4 x 12 3/16 in. (21.0 x 30.9 cm)
medium:
Matted painting; ink and color on silk
Difficulty:
Easy
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Mt. Nokogiri Seen from a Distance by Utagawa Hiroshige

Utagawa Hiroshige (1797–1858) was a prominent Japanese ukiyo-e artist, renowned for his landscape prints and paintings. "Mt. Nokogiri Seen from a Distance," created in 1858, exemplifies Hiroshige's mastery in capturing the serene beauty of Japan's natural landscapes. This work, executed with ink and color on silk, reflects the artist's skill in utilizing subtle color gradations and delicate brushwork to convey atmospheric effects. Hiroshige's landscapes often emphasize the harmonious relationship between humans and nature, a theme prevalent in the Edo period's artistic milieu. The painting's historical significance lies in its representation of the late Edo period's aesthetic values and its influence on Western artists, particularly the Impressionists, who admired Hiroshige's innovative compositions and use of perspective. As one of Hiroshige's later works, it encapsulates the artist's enduring legacy in both Japanese art and its global impact.

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Mt. Nokogiri Seen from a Distance by Utagawa Hiroshige

The painting "Mt. Nokogiri Seen from a Distance," created by Utagawa Hiroshige in 1858, is a matted artwork using ink and color on silk, exemplifying the ukiyo-e style with its emphasis on natural landscapes and serene beauty. This piece captures the distant view of Mt. Nokogiri, showcasing Hiroshige's mastery in depicting atmospheric perspective and the harmonious integration of nature and human presence.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Mt. Nokogiri Seen from a Distance