Home > Animals > Birds > Passerines > Thrushes > Japanese Thrush
Blue bird on maple branch, n. d. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
Blue bird on maple branch, n. d. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Blue bird on maple branch, n.d
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 24377261
© Heritage Art/Heritage Images
Bluebird Branch Maple Maple Tree Passerine Thrush Yotsugiriban Ando Hiroshige Ando Utagawa Hiroshige Colour Woodblock Print Hiroshige Ando Hiroshige I Hiroshige Ichiyusai Hiroshige Utagawa Ichiryusai Ichiyusai Hiroshige Tokugawa Period Utagawa Hiroshige
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Birds
> Passerines
> Related Images
> Animals
> Birds
> Passerines
> Thrushes
> Japanese Thrush
> Animals
> Birds
> Passerines
> Thrushes
> Related Images
> Arts
> Artists
> A
> Hiroshige Ando
> Arts
> Artists
> Ando Hiroshige
> Arts
> Artists
> H
> Ando Hiroshige
> Arts
> Artists
> H
> Utagawa Hiroshige
> Arts
> Artists
> J
> Japanese School Japanese School
> Arts
> Artists
> U
> Hiroshige Utagawa
> Asia
> Japan
> Related Images
Blue Bird on Maple Branch, n. d
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a captivating woodblock print created by Ando Hiroshige during the 19th century in Japan. This exquisite piece of art, housed in the Art Institute of Chicago's Arts of Asia collection, showcases Hiroshige's mastery in capturing the beauty and essence of nature. In this print, a vibrant bluebird perches delicately on a maple branch, surrounded by lush foliage. The intricate details and vivid colors bring the scene to life, transporting viewers to a serene countryside setting during the Tokugawa period. Hiroshige was renowned for his ukiyo-e style prints that depicted everyday life and landscapes with great precision. His ability to convey both realism and poeticism is evident in this artwork as he skillfully portrays the bird's graceful posture against the backdrop of intricately rendered maple leaves. The composition highlights not only Hiroshige's technical prowess but also his deep appreciation for nature. The bluebird symbolizes freedom and joy while its choice of resting place on a maple branch signifies harmony between man-made elements and natural surroundings. This remarkable woodblock print serves as an enduring testament to Hiroshige's artistic legacy. Its timeless beauty continues to captivate audiences today, inviting us to pause and appreciate the delicate balance between humanity and nature captured within its frame.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.