The artwork titled “46 (45) Yoroi Ferry, Koami Chō” was created by the esteemed artist Hiroshige in 1857. This piece belongs to the Ukiyo-e art movement and falls within the landscape genre. It is part of the celebrated series “One Hundred Famous Views of Edo.”
The artwork portrays a serene scene along a river, capturing the daily life and commerce of Edo (modern-day Tokyo). Prominent in the composition are rows of white-walled storehouses lining the river, with ferries and boats traversing the waterway. In the foreground, elegantly dressed individuals are observed, one of whom seems to be holding an umbrella. The sky features hues of blue and yellow, suggestive of either dawn or dusk, and birds are seen flying above, adding a sense of movement to the tranquil scene. The intricate details and vivid colors exemplify Hiroshige’s mastery in depicting both the natural and human-made environments.
