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Geography. Japan. People on a Bridge Surprised by Rain (52nd view). Woodcut by Hiroshige in: 100 Famous Views of Edo (1857). Postcard, Japan, c.1900 (postcard)
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Geography. Japan. People on a Bridge Surprised by Rain (52nd view). Woodcut by Hiroshige in: 100 Famous Views of Edo (1857). Postcard, Japan, c.1900 (postcard)
3434282 Geography. Japan. People on a Bridge Surprised by Rain (52nd view). Woodcut by Hiroshige in: 100 Famous Views of Edo (1857). Postcard, Japan, c.1900 (postcard); (add.info.: Coll. Part. Geography. Japan. People on a Bridge Surprised by Rain (52nd view). Woodcut by Hiroshige in: 100 Famous Views of Edo (1857). Postcard, Japan, ca 1900.); Photo © CCI
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This woodcut by Hiroshige captures a moment of surprise and beauty in the midst of a rain shower. The scene depicts people on a bridge in Japan, caught off guard by the sudden downpour. Each figure is delicately rendered, their expressions conveying both astonishment and delight at the unexpected weather.
Hiroshige's mastery of detail is evident in every raindrop that falls from the sky, creating a sense of movement and life within the print. The artist's use of color adds to the atmosphere, with shades of grey and blue evoking the coolness and freshness of a rainy day.
The composition itself is striking, with the bridge stretching out into the distance and disappearing into misty clouds. This sense of depth draws viewers into the scene, inviting them to experience this fleeting moment alongside those captured in Hiroshige's work.
As one of 100 Famous Views of Edo, this woodcut stands as a testament to Hiroshige's skill as an artist and his ability to capture everyday moments with grace and elegance. It serves as a reminder that even in unexpected circumstances, there is beauty to be found all around us.
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