The artwork titled “34. Night View of Matsuchiyama and the San’ya Canal” was created by the esteemed artist Hiroshige in the year 1857. This piece belongs to the Ukiyo-e art movement and falls under the genre of genre painting. It is part of the series “One Hundred Famous Views of Edo.”
The artwork depicts a serene night scene by the San’ya Canal, with Matsuchiyama in the background. A solitary figure, likely a woman dressed in traditional Japanese attire, walks near the water’s edge, illuminated subtly by the faint glow of the night sky. The composition balances tranquility with the depth and richness of the night, reflecting the quintessential elements of Japanese culture and the beauty of Edo (present-day Tokyo). The intricate detailing in the woman’s kimono and the careful rendering of the night landscape exemplify Hiroshige’s mastery in capturing both the essence of the scenery and the spirit of the moment.
