Ichiyusai HIROSHIGE II (1826-1869)

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Ochiai Bridge in heavy rain, Mino Province from an uncompleted set: Shokoku meisho hyakkei, “One Hundred Views of the Provinces.” Published by Uoei between 1859 – 1861 ( this being 1861 ). One of the best prints from a set with many mediocre designs. An evening rain scene showing travellers crossing a fast-flowing torrent.

Superb impression of the first edition with mica at top. Superb colour and condition. Signed Hiroshige ga.

Status: Sold