The artwork titled “55 (50) The Sumiyoshi Festival at Tsukudajima” was created by artist Hiroshige in 1857. It belongs to the art movement Ukiyo-e and falls under the landscape genre. This piece is part of the series “One Hundred Famous Views of Edo.”
In the artwork, a serene and vibrant scene unfolds during the Sumiyoshi Festival at Tsukudajima. A large vertical banner with Japanese characters dominates the foreground, attached to a tall wooden structure. This banner partially obscures the view but adds a focal point to the composition. Behind it, a lush pine tree extends its branches, framing the scene. The waterway is calm, with boats gently floating and participants on one of the boats engaged in the festival activities. In the background, figures assemble near a golden mikoshi (portable shrine), suggesting the lively nature of the festival. The sky is a gentle blend of twilight hues, transitioning from deep blue at the top to a soft orange near the horizon, lending a tranquil yet festive atmosphere to the overall scene.
