Hiroshige is one of the most important artists of the Japanese woodblock print and is considered a master of “ukiyo-e,” the “pictures of the floating world.” His evocative illustrations show mainly landscapes and scenes from the capital Edo, today’s Tokyo. Nearly 200 images immerse the viewer in the world of nineteenth-century Japan.
Author Biography:
Janina Nentwigis an art historian and works as a freelance writer and scientist. Her numerous publications are mainly focused on classic modern art.
