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Minakuchi: The Beautiful Pine Trees at Mount Hiramatsu (Minakuchi, Hiramatsuyama bis... c. 1847/52. Creator: Ando Hiroshige)
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Minakuchi: The Beautiful Pine Trees at Mount Hiramatsu (Minakuchi, Hiramatsuyama bis... c. 1847/52. Creator: Ando Hiroshige)
Minakuchi: The Beautiful Pine Trees at Mount Hiramatsu (Minakuchi, Hiramatsuyama bisho)--No. 51, from the series "Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido (Tokaido gojusan tsugi), " also known as the Reisho Tokaido, c. 1847/52
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Minakuchi: The Beautiful Pine Trees at Mount Hiramatsu," a captivating woodblock print by the renowned Japanese artist Ando Hiroshige, showcases the breathtaking scenery of Minakuchi, a town located in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. This image is No. 51 from Hiroshige's famous series "Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido," also known as the "Reisho Tokaido." The print, created during the Edo period in the mid-19th century, depicts the picturesque scene of Mount Hiramatsu, with its lush, verdant hills covered in dense pine forests. The hillside slopes are adorned with rows of gracefully swaying pine trees, their needles a vibrant green hue, contrasting beautifully against the gradient of the mountain and the clear blue sky above. A winding road cuts through the landscape, leading the viewer's gaze deeper into the hills, while a man, dressed in traditional Japanese attire, stands at the edge of the road, taking in the breathtaking view. The intricate details of the print are evident in the delicate lines and subtle shading, which bring the landscape to life. The cartouche at the bottom right of the image bears the title "Minakuchi, Hiramatsuyama bisho," and the artist's signature, "Hiroshige Ichiyusai," is inscribed in the top left corner. This masterpiece of Japanese art is a testament to Hiroshige's unparalleled ability to capture the essence of nature and the beauty of the world around him. The Minakuchi: The Beautiful Pine Trees at Mount Hiramatsu print is a valuable addition to any collection of Asian art, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Japan during the Edo period and the enduring appeal of Hiroshige's work.
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