Utagawa HIROSHIGE (1797-1858)

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Fujikawa sanchu no sato kyumei Miyakoyama Fujikawa, “Fujikawa: Mountain Village, Formerly called Mount Miyako” from Gojusan tsugi meisho zue, “Famous Places on the Fifty-three Stations.” The so-called “Upright Tokaido.” Shows travellers in heavy snow entering Fujikawa village down a steep slope. Published by Kichizo (Koeido Tsutaya), 1855. There are many late editions of this set with the skies on the two snow scenes printed black. A fine snow design.

Fine, early impression. Fine colour and condition. Full margins. Signed Hiroshige ga.

Status: Available

Price: £5800