RYOGOKU BRIDGE, FROM FAMOUS PLACES IN EDO
Datec.1835
CountryJapan
MediumWoodblock print
Dimensions24.6 × 36.8 cm (9 11/16 × 14 1/2") (Image)
40.6 × 50.6 cm (16 × 19 15/16") (Mat)
40.6 × 50.6 cm (16 × 19 15/16") (Mat)
Credit LineBrigham Young University Museum of Art, purchase/gift of the Mahonri M. Young Estate.
Object number830652057
DescriptionThe image a seascape and is dominated by a slightly arching wooden bridge that spans the work. Atop the bridge are many small human figures. Large wooden supports stretch from the bridge down to the water, where many boats float. Five boats are before the bridge. Two of the boats, one before the bridge and one behind, are hung with many red lanterns. In the background are buildings along the shore.On View
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