Artist: Utagawa (Ando) Hiroshige (歌川広重) Title: Snow on Fuji River Size: Tanzaku, approx. 37 × 13 cm Publisher: Takamizawa Reprint year: 1970s Original: ca. 1835–1838 Takamizawa was second only to Adachi Hanga in terms of quality, and their works were also aimed at museums. Anyone holding one of their prints immediately understands why: deep Prussian blue, flowing bokashi gradations in the sky and water, and the finest linework make Hiroshige’s landscapes glow. Each sheet was traditionally hand-printed — using perfectly aligned woodblocks and coloring that comes remarkably close to the originals. The print also comes with its **original washi folder**, including an acid-free protective sheet to preserve the colors, as well as an **English and Japanese note** providing details about the artwork. Abou the work This painting is based on a sketch Hiroshige made when he traveled to Koshu in 1841. The contrast between the blue of the sky and mountain streams and the white of the snow-covered mountains is well harmonized.