Gojusan Tsugi Meisho Zue (famous Places Of The Fifty-three Stations[of The Tokaido]) [the 'upright Tokaido']

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Gojusan Tsugi Meisho Zue, also known as "Famous Places of the Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido" or the "Upright Tokaido," is a celebrated series of ukiyo-e woodblock prints created by the renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige, also known as Ando Hiroshige. This series, produced between 1855 and 1857, is one of Hiroshige's later works and showcases his mature style and mastery of landscape depiction. The "Upright Tokaido" is distinctive for its vertical format, which sets it apart from Hiroshige's earlier horizontal Tokaido series.

The series consists of 55 prints, each representing one of the 53 post stations along the Tokaido road, as well as the starting point in Edo (modern-day Tokyo) and the terminus in Kyoto. The Tokaido was the most important of the Five Routes of the Edo period, connecting the shogunal capital of Edo with the imperial capital of Kyoto. This route was heavily traveled by samurai, merchants, and pilgrims, making it a significant cultural and economic artery of the time.

Hiroshige's "Upright Tokaido" captures the essence of each station with a unique blend of realism and poetic license. His use of vibrant colors, dynamic compositions, and attention to atmospheric effects such as rain, snow, and mist, brings each scene to life. The vertical format allowed Hiroshige to experiment with perspective and spatial arrangement, creating a sense of depth and movement that draws the viewer into the landscape.

The series not only highlights the natural beauty and diverse scenery of Japan but also provides a glimpse into the daily lives and activities of the people who traveled and lived along the Tokaido. From bustling market towns to serene rural vistas, Hiroshige's prints offer a rich visual narrative of 19th-century Japan.

Gojusan Tsugi Meisho Zue remains a significant work in the history of Japanese art, exemplifying Hiroshige's skill and innovation in the ukiyo-e tradition. It continues to be celebrated for its artistic merit and its contribution to the cultural heritage of Japan.

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