The Whirlpools of Awa, Utagawa Hiroshige, 1857

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. Date: 1857. Place of creation: Japan, Edo Period (1615-1868). Dimensions: Overall: 38.4 x 25.8 cm (15 1/8 x 10 3/16 in.). Medium: color woodblock print, prints. Collection: Cleveland Museum of Art. Utagawa Hiroshige - The Whirlpools of Awa - 1930.183 - Cleveland Museum of Art

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