Hiroshige: Famous Places in the Sixty-odd Provinces

Hiroshige, the last great master of the tradition, produced works of subtle yet intense color. This collection of prints, first published in the 1850s, contains , capturing a crucial moment in Japan's history, a decade before the Meiji Restoration would open the doors to industrialization and Western influence. combine the illusion of distance with a depth of detail that draws the viewer in. In addition to glorious landscapes, Hiroshige's depictions of busy urban centers . includes two volumes: and a separate booklet that provides an introduction to Hiroshige's life and art as well as descriptive captions of the prints. From thundering waterfalls and towering cliffs to wide beaches and bustling harbors, Hiroshige's native land emerges in serene and exquisite detail-- , , and printmaking. Ausstattung: Seidenbezogene Leporello-Ausgabe mit 70 Farbtafeln und Booklet, im Schmuckschuber