Utagawa HIROSHIGE II (1826-1869)

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Awa Naruto shinkei, “True View of Whirlpool at Naruto, Awa Province” from Shokoku meisho hyakkei, “One Hundred Views of Famous Places in the Provinces.” Shows the powerful natural tidal eddies in the Naruto Strait between Naruto and Awaji Island. The 1.3 kilometre wide strait connects the Seto Inland Sea and the Pacific Ocean. Published by Uoya Eikichi between 1859 and 1861, this being 1859.

Fine impression of the first edition with gradation in square title box and extensive mica applied. Fine colour and condition. Full margins. Signed Hiroshige ga.

Status: Sold