Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya

1797 - 1858

Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya (1797–1858) is the author of Processional Tōkaidō, station 17; this record lists 8 works.

Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya

Factsheet

introduction to the artist

hiroshige i, utagawa & kiemon, tsuruya, a renowned japanese ukiyo-e artist, is best known for his landscapes, such as the fifty-three stations of the tōkaidō and the sixty-nine stations of the kiso kaidō. born in 1797, he was considered one of the last great artists in the ukiyo-e tradition. his collaboration with tsuruya kiemon, a japanese publisher and printer, resulted in some of the most iconic prints of the era.

artistic style and techniques

hiroshige i, utagawa & kiemon, tsuruya's artistic style is characterized by his use of vibrant colors and detailed depictions of landscapes. his woodblock prints are highly prized for their beauty and historical significance. the artist's collaboration with tsuruya kiemon led to the creation of several notable works, including processional tōkaidō, station 17, which is part of the bujalance collection in spain.

notable works and collaborations

some of hiroshige i, utagawa & kiemon, tsuruya's most notable works include:

legacy and impact

hiroshige i, utagawa & kiemon, tsuruya's legacy can be seen in his influence on western art. his landscapes have been widely admired and studied by artists around the world. the artist's page on WikiOO.org provides a comprehensive overview of his life and work, including his notable collaborations with tsuruya kiemon. the saitama prefectural museum of history and folklore in japan is home to several of the artist's works, including picture of the emperor.

conclusion

hiroshige i, utagawa & kiemon, tsuruya's biography serves as a testament to his enduring legacy in the world of japanese art. his collaboration with tsuruya kiemon resulted in some of the most iconic prints of the era, and his influence can be seen in western art to this day. as a renowned ukiyo-e artist, hiroshige i, utagawa & kiemon, tsuruya's work continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts around the world.
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Works by corpus context

The Fifty-three Stations Of The Tôkaidô By Two Brushes, Station 51 — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
collaborative printmaking technique
The Fifty-three Stations Of The Tôkaidô By Two Brushes, Station 51 — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
edo period culture
Processional Tōkaidō, Station 17 — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
edo period daily life
Processional Tōkaidō, Station 5 — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
edo period historical travel
The Fifty-three Stations Of The Tôkaidô By Two Brushes, Station 51 — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
iconic tōkaidō series
The Fifty-three Stations Of The Tôkaidô By Two Brushes, Station 51 — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
landscape and character integration
Processional Tōkaidō, Station 17 — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
mastery of woodblock printing
Processional Tōkaidō, Station 17 — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
part of tōkaidō series
Processional Tōkaidō, Station 5 — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
religious temple depiction
Processional Tōkaidō, Station 5 — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
shogunate political imagery
Processional Tōkaidō, Station 17 — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
tōkaidō road travel
Processional Tōkaidō, Station 17 — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
ukiyo-e landscape tradition

Most consulted works

The Fifty-three Stations Of The Tôkaidô By Two Brushes, Station 51 — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
The Fifty-three Stations of the Tôkaidô by Two Brushes, station 51 – catalogue record by Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
Processional Tōkaidō, Station 17 — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
Processional Tōkaidō, station 17 – catalogue record by Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
Processional Tōkaidō, Station 5 — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya: Processional Tōkaidō, station 5
Okabe: Utsu Mountain — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
Okabe: Utsu Mountain
Kanadeon Chushingura, Act 1 — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
Kanadeon Chushingura, act 1 – catalogue record by Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
Fifty-three Stations Of The Tōkaidō, Station 53 — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
Fifty-three Stations of the Tōkaidō, station 53 – catalogue record by Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
One Hundred Famous Views Of Edo: Bridge Of Senju — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
One Hundred Famous Views of Edo: Bridge of Senju – catalogue record by Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
Picture Of The Emperor — Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya
Picture of the Emperor

Questions & Answers

Q5

Hiroshige’s influence extended to Impressionist painters like Monet.

How long did Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya live?

61 years (1797–1858)

What are other names Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya is known by?

Hiroshige Ando & Tsuruya Kiemon

What is the top-ranked painting by Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya on ArtsDot.com?

The Fifty-three Stations of the Tôkaidô by Two Brushes, station 51

What are the 3 top-ranked paintings by Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya on ArtsDot.com?

The Fifty-three Stations of the Tôkaidô by Two Brushes, station 51, Processional Tōkaidō, station 17, Processional Tōkaidō, station 5

When did Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya die?

1858

Q1

He was born in Tokyo.

Is Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya's work still under copyright?

No, works by this artist are in the public domain.

What colors are typical in Hiroshige I, Utagawa & Kiemon, Tsuruya's work?

espresso

Q4

He excelled in landscapes and genre scenes.