Artist: Ando Hiroshige (1797-1858) Title: "Whirlpools Rough Sea at Naruto in Awa Province" Size: (14.5x10in) Medium: Woodblock Print Publisher: O-Edo Mokuhansha a later printing from re-carved blocks Series: Famous Views of the 60-Odd Provinces Format: Vertical Paper Type: Washi Rice Paper Date: Showa era Province: Japan Special Notes: The swirling currents beat the angular rocks and splash water about. As if the whirlpool swallows up those who look the print. Hiroshige used the vertically long rectangle effectively. We feel the depth of the whirlpool and the force of the wave. That gets us sucked down into the picture. Among the right and left rocks, the green land Awaji Island extends. And the seabirds fly in the sky. The composition of the contrast of stillness and motion emphasizes the presence. The color of the wave also attracts the people. It refers to as (Hiroshige Blue). It is said that his and Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849) beautiful blue influenced the impressionist. The Naruto whirlpools are the popular sightseeing spot even now. When you have an opportunity to visit Awaji Island or Tokushima Prefecture, why dont you experience the stage of this famous ukiyo-e print.

The print itself is in excellent condition Very good color impression and has never been framed.