Hiroshige Illustration: Yanagishima Island and Nichiren Temple
Hiroshige Illustration: Yanagishima Island and Nichiren Temple
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This reproduction of a Japanese print depicts Yanagishima Island, also known as "Willow Island". The river scene shows the Hashimotoya restaurant and the distinctive red pavilion of the Nichiren Hōshōji temple, accessible via the convex Yanagibashi bridge. The treatment of reflections on the water and the presence of small boats suggest the importance of river transport in the leisure and spirituality of ancient Edo.
Created by Utagawa Hiroshige in April 1857 for his series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo, this plate pays tribute to a prized devotional site, notably by the famous artist Hokusai. The graphic style is marked by great finesse in the representation of architecture and an atmospheric mist that reveals in the distance the silhouette of Mount Tsukuba, testifying to a perfectly mastered spatial composition.
This illustration offers a visual journey into the religious and social past of Japan. It is perfectly suited for an oriental art collection or as a study piece on traditional Japanese architecture. Its balance between human life and natural elements makes it an object of contemplation rich in historical details.
About this print
About this print
The layout and composition of this reproduction have been the subject of our greatest attention.
- Respect for the format of the original work: in order to faithfully transcribe the artist's intention, the work is not cropped/re-cut except in extreme cases (obvious imperfection, geometry problem, etc.) in which case the cropping will be as light as possible.
- The presence of white margins is sometimes necessary in order to present the work in a balanced manner.
- Each size offered has been specifically composed, therefore, the size of the white margins may vary from one print size to another. Remember to check this detail carefully!
- Print only, frame not included!
Features
Features
- Premium 200gsm matte white paper, durable and strong.
- Natural, smooth uncoated finish, silky to the touch
- FSC certified paper or equivalent certifications depending on regional availability.
- Each print is shipped in sturdy packaging, ensuring safe transport.
- Each print is printed and shipped on demand. No minimum order quantity is required.
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