The artwork, titled “97. Five Pines and the Onagi Canal,” is a woodblock print created by the artist Hiroshige in the year 1857. This piece belongs to the Ukiyo-e art movement and is classified under the genres of landscape and marina. It forms part of the series “One Hundred Famous Views of Edo.”
Depicted in the artwork are five pines alongside the banks of the Onagi Canal, with the canal itself winding elegantly through the scene. The vivid woodblock print showcases the serene waterway, with a boat carrying passengers gently gliding along the canal. The background reveals a meticulously detailed cityscape, capturing the essence of Edo-period Tokyo. The central positioning of the pines provides a sense of depth to the composition, while the delicate gradation of colors evokes a tranquil atmosphere. The overall piece exemplifies Hiroshige’s masterful use of perspective and his adept skill in portraying the beauty of everyday scenes.
