One Hundred Famous Views of Edo
名所江戸百景
About This Series
One Hundred Famous Views of Edo is Hiroshige's final masterwork, published by Uoya Eikichi between 1856 and 1858. The series actually comprises 118 prints (plus a title page) depicting famous and notable locations throughout Edo (present-day Tokyo). Organized by season, the prints showcase Hiroshige's mature style with bold compositions, dramatic use of foreground elements, and extraordinary sensitivity to atmospheric effects. The series had a profound influence on Western art, particularly on the Impressionists and Post-Impressionists — Van Gogh famously copied two prints from the series. It remains one of the most comprehensive visual records of life in late Edo-period Tokyo.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the One Hundred Famous Views of Edo series?
One Hundred Famous Views of Edo is Hiroshige's final masterwork, published by Uoya Eikichi between 1856 and 1858. The series actually comprises 118 prints (plus a title page) depicting famous and notable locations throughout Edo (present-day Tokyo). Organized by season, the prints showcase Hiroshige's mature style with bold compositions, dramatic use of foreground elements, and extraordinary sensitivity to atmospheric effects. The series had a profound influence on Western art, particularly on the Impressionists and Post-Impressionists — Van Gogh famously copied two prints from the series. It remains one of the most comprehensive visual records of life in late Edo-period Tokyo.
How many prints are in the One Hundred Famous Views of Edo series?
The One Hundred Famous Views of Edo series contains 118 prints, created by Utagawa Hiroshige between 1856–1858.
Who created the One Hundred Famous Views of Edo series?
The One Hundred Famous Views of Edo series was created by Utagawa Hiroshige (歌川広重), produced between 1856–1858.
Can I see all prints from the One Hundred Famous Views of Edo series?
We currently have 2 of 118 known prints from the One Hundred Famous Views of Edo series indexed in our collection. Browse them all on this page.
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