歌川広重画 「名所江戸百景 深川洲崎十万坪」|“Jūmantsubo Plain at Fukagawa Susaki,” from the series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo

Utagawa Hiroshige's "Jūmantsubo Plain at Fukagawa Susaki" is a striking example from his renowned series, *One Hundred Famous Views of Edo*. Created in 1856, late in his career, this vertical-format landscape print showcases Hiroshige's mastery of composition and his innovative use of perspective. Unlike the typical ukiyo-e focus on courtesans and actors, Hiroshige, influenced by Hokusai, dedicated himself to capturing the natural beauty and everyday life of Japan's Edo period. This particular print exemplifies his technique of placing large-scale objects in the foreground—here, a majestic eagle—to create a sense of depth and draw the viewer into the expansive, snowy plain. The subtle gradations of color, known as *bokashi*, are evident in the sky and snow, a labor-intensive technique that adds to the poetic and ambient quality of his work. This print is a testament to Hiroshige's legacy as the last great master of ukiyo-e, whose influence extended to Western artists like Van Gogh, marking him as a pivotal figure in art history.