Utagawa Hiroshige - Plum Garden at Kamata - Wall Art Rolled Canvas Print

ROLLED CANVAS PRINT

Printed using only high quality inks on gallery grade 280 GSM fine art canvas with a smooth matte finish to ensure a sharp vibrant image. Added two inch white border to assist with mounting or framing.

Utagawa Hiroshige - Plum Garden at Kamata

"Plum Garden, Kamata (Kamata no Umezono)" is a woodblock print created by the renowned Japanese ukiyo-e artist Utagawa Hiroshige. This artwork is part of his series titled "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo," which was produced in the mid-19th century during the Edo period.

In this particular print, Hiroshige captures the serene beauty of a plum garden located in the Kamata district of Edo (present-day Tokyo). The scene is a celebration of the seasonal beauty of plum blossoms, a motif often associated with early spring in Japanese culture.

The composition features a carefully balanced arrangement of plum trees in full bloom, their delicate pink and white blossoms creating a visual spectacle against a backdrop of carefully rendered foliage. The meticulous details in the depiction of the trees and their blossoms showcase Hiroshige's mastery of the woodblock printing technique.

The garden setting is serene and tranquil, inviting viewers to appreciate the natural beauty of the plum blossoms in a peaceful atmosphere. Hiroshige often incorporated the changing seasons and natural landscapes into his works, and "Plum Garden, Kamata" exemplifies his ability to capture the essence of a moment in time.

The overall aesthetic of the print is characterized by Hiroshige's use of vibrant colours, intricate details, and a sense of harmony in composition. "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo" is considered one of Hiroshige's masterpieces, and this particular print exemplifies his ability to transport viewers to a moment of contemplation and appreciation for the beauty of the natural world.