The artwork titled “114. Bikuni Bridge in Snow” is a woodblock print created by Hiroshige in 1857. It belongs to the art movement known as Ukiyo-e and falls under the genre of cityscape. Furthermore, this piece is part of the series “One Hundred Famous Views of Edo.”
The artwork depicts a serene winter night scene. Snow gently blankets the ground and buildings, creating an atmosphere of calm and quietude. The bridge, central to the composition, extends across the image with figures traversing it, their forms modestly illuminated against the backdrop of a starry sky. Traditional Japanese architecture and elements, such as thatch-roofed structures and calligraphic signboards, are rendered with delicate precision. The use of color is subtle yet evocative, capturing the stillness and beauty of the snowy landscape. The work exemplifies the detailed and emotive qualities typical of Hiroshige’s contributions to the Ukiyo-e movement.
