Blue Bird and Roses - Utagawa Hiroshige (1797-1858) - Japan





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This Japanese woodblock print of Utagawa Hiroshige’s *Blue Bird and Roses* dates from 1960, is signed in the plate, and measures 35 × 12 cm; it is in good condition.
Description from the seller
Woodblock print (reprint) - Utagawa Hiroshige (1797-1858) - Blue Bird and Roses - Japan - circa 1960 - signed
Dimensions: 35 cm x 12 cm
Condition of the print:
The woodblock print is in good condition. The image has been well preserved, and the colors are still beautiful, bright, and vivid. The paper has a pleasing appearance, and the fine details of the image are clearly visible. This does little to detract from the image itself. There are also a few minor signs of age and use, consistent with the age of a Japanese woodblock print of this kind.
Artist:
Utagawa Hiroshige (1797–1858) was one of Japan’s most famous ukiyo-e artists. He became best known for his atmospheric landscapes and depictions of everyday life in Edo, present-day Tokyo. Hiroshige was a master at depicting the seasons, rain, snow, moonlight, and other atmospheric effects. His distinctive compositions and use of color made him one of the most important landscape artists in the Japanese woodblock print tradition. His work later had a major influence on European artists, including Vincent van Gogh.
Shipping:
The woodblock print will be carefully and securely packaged to protect it during transit. It will be sent by registered mail with a Track & Trace code, allowing the shipment to be tracked throughout its journey.
Seller's Story
Woodblock print (reprint) - Utagawa Hiroshige (1797-1858) - Blue Bird and Roses - Japan - circa 1960 - signed
Dimensions: 35 cm x 12 cm
Condition of the print:
The woodblock print is in good condition. The image has been well preserved, and the colors are still beautiful, bright, and vivid. The paper has a pleasing appearance, and the fine details of the image are clearly visible. This does little to detract from the image itself. There are also a few minor signs of age and use, consistent with the age of a Japanese woodblock print of this kind.
Artist:
Utagawa Hiroshige (1797–1858) was one of Japan’s most famous ukiyo-e artists. He became best known for his atmospheric landscapes and depictions of everyday life in Edo, present-day Tokyo. Hiroshige was a master at depicting the seasons, rain, snow, moonlight, and other atmospheric effects. His distinctive compositions and use of color made him one of the most important landscape artists in the Japanese woodblock print tradition. His work later had a major influence on European artists, including Vincent van Gogh.
Shipping:
The woodblock print will be carefully and securely packaged to protect it during transit. It will be sent by registered mail with a Track & Trace code, allowing the shipment to be tracked throughout its journey.

