The Whirlpools of Awa

1857

Utagawa Hiroshige 歌川 広重

(Japanese, 1797–1858)
Overall: 38.4 x 25.8 cm (15 1/8 x 10 3/16 in.)
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Late in his career, Hiroshige explored the poetic theme of setsugekka, “snow, moon, and flowers,” in a set of three triptychs. The swirling whirlpools at Awa would remind the viewer of flowers.
The Whirlpools of Awa

The Whirlpools of Awa

1857

Utagawa Hiroshige

(Japanese, 1797–1858)
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)

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