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The "Pine of Success" at the Onmaya Embankment, Asakusa River, 1856 (woodblock print, with bokashi)
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The "Pine of Success" at the Onmaya Embankment, Asakusa River, 1856 (woodblock print, with bokashi)
7299836 The "Pine of Success" at the Onmaya Embankment, Asakusa River, 1856 (woodblock print, with bokashi) by Hiroshige, Ando or Utagawa (1797-1858); 55.4x40.3 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Hiroshige Utagawa, I (1797-1858)
Eikichi Uoya (mid-19th century).
Display: woodblock print, with bokashi (tonal gradation), Material: paper, Technique: colour woodcut.
Subject: Kanto, Tokyo, This print depicts the Pine of Success, on the Onmaya Embankment, Asakusa River.); © Ashmolean Museum
Media ID 28015034
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
Japanese Print Japanese Prints Nightly Nocturnal Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Means Of Conveyance
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The "Pine of Success" stands tall and proud on the Onmaya Embankment, overlooking the serene waters of the Asakusa River. This woodblock print, created in 1856 by Hiroshige Utagawa, transports us back to a time when nature and art were intertwined. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring this scene to life, capturing the essence of Kanto's beauty. The Pine of Success takes center stage, its branches reaching towards the heavens as a symbol of hope and prosperity. It is said that those who pass under its majestic canopy will be blessed with good fortune. As night falls over Tokyo, the river shimmers under the moonlight, creating an enchanting atmosphere. A lone boat glides silently through the water, serving as a reminder of both transportation and tranquility in this bustling city. Hiroshige's masterful technique shines through in every brushstroke. The bokashi (tonal gradation) adds depth and dimension to each element within this composition. It is evident that great skill was required to create such a breathtaking piece. This woodblock print not only captures a moment in time but also invites us to appreciate Japan's rich cultural heritage. Through its depiction of nature's beauty and man-made structures harmoniously coexisting, it reminds us that success can be found when we embrace our surroundings with reverence.
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