Night at Nihonbashi
日本橋の夜
- Date:
- c. 1920
- Medium:
- Color woodblock print
- Publisher:
- Watanabe Shozaburo
Typical Price
Nihonbashi at night, with its lamplit bridge and reflections on dark water, is among Shotei's most atmospheric urban scenes. Post-earthquake editions bring $600-$2,000, while pre-1923 originals command $2,000-$5,000. The interplay of artificial lamplight and natural darkness demonstrates Shotei's sophisticated understanding of multiple light sources.
Description
The famous Nihonbashi Bridge in Tokyo at night, illuminated by the warm glow of lanterns and the cold light of the moon. Figures cross the bridge, their silhouettes casting long shadows on the wooden surface. The contrast between the warm artificial light and the cool moonlight creates a complex play of color and atmosphere.
