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The Ferry Landing on Miya River, Ise Province (Ise Miyakawa no watashiba) from the series... 1859. Creator: Utagawa Hiroshige II
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The Ferry Landing on Miya River, Ise Province (Ise Miyakawa no watashiba) from the series... 1859. Creator: Utagawa Hiroshige II
The Ferry Landing on Miya River, Ise Province (Ise Miyakawa no watashiba) from the series "One Hundred Famous Views in the Various Provinces (Shokoku meisho hyakkei)", 1859
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Cartouche Ferry Ferry Boat Hiroshige Ii Hiroshige Ii Utagawa Kisai Rissho Koshibei Landing Morita Chimpei Ni Daime Utagawa Hiroshige Passenger Passengers Rissho Ryusho Shigenobu Shokoku Meisho Hyakkei Suzuki Chimpei Swimming Utagawa Chimpei Utagawa Hiroshige Ii
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The Ferry Landing on Miya River, Ise Province (Ise Miyakawa no watashiba) is a captivating color woodblock print from the late Edo period of Japan, created by the renowned artist Utagawa Hiroshige II in 1859. This print is part of the series "One Hundred Famous Views in the Various Provinces" (Shokoku meisho hyakkei), which showcases the natural beauty and cultural significance of various locations throughout Japan. The scene depicted in this print captures the bustling activity at the Miya River ferry landing in Ise Province. The estuary of the Miya River is shown in all its splendor, with the mouth of the river meeting the ocean in the background. A large ferry boat is shown in the foreground, filled with passengers eager to cross the river. Men and women, dressed in traditional clothing of the time, are seen boarding the boat, assisted by porters and ferrymen. The print is adorned with intricate cartouches, which provide information about the location and the artist. The cartouches also feature portraits of famous scholars and artists of the time, including Kisai Rissho, Koshibei, Morita Chimpei, Ryusho, and Shigenobu. The print is a testament to the artistic school of Utagawa, which was known for its focus on natural beauty and attention to detail. The Ferry Landing on Miya River, Ise Province is a stunning example of the artistic prowess of Utagawa Hiroshige II and the cultural significance of the Edo period in Japan. This print is a must-see for anyone interested in Asian art, particularly in the field of woodblock printing. It is currently housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, where it continues to inspire and captivate audiences.
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