1970s Mid-Century Modern Japanese Woodblock Reprint After Hiroshige: Sudden Shower Over Shin-Ohashi Bridge

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An exquisite mid-century Shōwa-era Japanese woodblock reprint of the legendary masterpiece "Sudden Shower over Shin-Ōhashi Bridge and Atake" by ukiyo-e … Read more An exquisite mid-century Shōwa-era Japanese woodblock reprint of the legendary masterpiece "Sudden Shower over Shin-Ōhashi Bridge and Atake" by ukiyo-e master Utagawa Hiroshige (1797–1858). Originally published in 1857 as part of the celebrated series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo, this dynamic composition captures a sudden summer downpour trapping pedestrians on a wooden bridge over the Sumida River, rendered in striking atmospheric blues and sharp linear rain details.

This premium, hand-printed edition features re-carved blocks showcasing the historical publisher seal Shitaya Uoei (下谷 魚栄) in the lower left corner and "Motohan" (元版) authenticity stamps in the upper right margin. Hand-inked on thick, fibrous handmade Japanese washi paper, the print displays brilliant bokashi ink gradations and is cleanly separated from its original backing tape. It comes accompanied by its original cream window mat board and card stock protection gate.

• Woodblock Print Area: 9" Width x 13.5" Height
• Paper Sheet Dimensions: 11.25" Width x 15.75" Height
• Mat Board Dimensions: 13.5" Width x 18.75" Height

Collector’s Note on Provenance:
This piece belongs to a curated private collection of mid-century Japanese artwork originally acquired firsthand in Japan during the 1970s and 1980s. It was beautifully preserved in a protective portfolio folder, keeping the margins fully intact and free from the fading or exposure common with framed works of this age. Be sure to check our other active listings to see the companion Hiroshige woodblock landscape print from this exact same estate collection—ideal for displaying together as a matching seasonal gallery wall set. See less