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Yoshida: The Toyo River Bridge (Yoshida, Toyokawabashi), from the series "Fifty-thre... c. 1833/34. Creator: Ando Hiroshige. Yoshida: The Toyo River Bridge (Yoshida, Toyokawabashi), from the series "Fifty-thre... c. 1833/34
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Yoshida: The Toyo River Bridge (Yoshida, Toyokawabashi), from the series "Fifty-thre... c. 1833/34. Creator: Ando Hiroshige. Yoshida: The Toyo River Bridge (Yoshida, Toyokawabashi), from the series "Fifty-thre... c. 1833/34
Yoshida: The Toyo River Bridge (Yoshida, Toyokawabashi), from the series "Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido (Tokaido gojusan tsugi no uchi), " also known as the Hoeido Tokaido, c. 1833/34
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Ando Hiroshige's captivating woodblock print, titled "Yoshida: The Toyo River Bridge (Yoshida, Toyokawabashi)" is a stunning representation of the Edo Period (1603-1868) in Japan. Part of Hiroshige's renowned series "Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido," this print showcases the picturesque landscape of Yoshida, a town located in the Toyokawa district. The print depicts three men on a rooftop, gazing intently at the Toyo River Bridge as it spans the estuary. The bridge, with its intricate wooden construction, is a marvel of engineering, connecting the two banks of the river. The bridge's blue cartouche bears the inscription "Yoshida," signifying the location of this scenic spot. The print is a vibrant display of color, with the red and orange rooftops of the buildings on the left bank contrasting beautifully with the blue sky and the green trees on the right. The river, teeming with life, flows calmly beneath the bridge, adding to the serene atmosphere of the scene. The print also highlights the geographical feature of the estuary, with the river meeting the sea, and the confluence of land and water creating a breathtaking vista. The men on the rooftop, dressed in traditional Japanese attire, add a sense of scale and human interest to the print. Hiroshige's masterful use of color woodblock printing techniques is evident in the intricate details of the print, from the textures of the rooftops to the ripples on the water. This print is a testament to Hiroshige's artistic prowess and his ability to capture the essence of Japan during the Tokugawa Period.
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