53 Stations of the Tokaido 'Hoeido' #46 by Ando Hiroshige

Artist: Ando Utagawa Hiroshige (1797-1858)

Woodblock Prints Title: 3 Stations of the Tokaido 'Hoeido' #46 - Shono

1st Publication: 1833

Size: 13-3/8 x 8-1/2 + Margins as shown

Date of this edition: 1833, 1st Edition

Publisher: Hoeido - Senkakudo

Condition: A couple of very small imperceptible stains under the double gourd seal. A light matte burn around the print. A small repaired area in the bottom margin. Signatures of the publisher / carver are faded, but present, as seen on the close up picture of the umbrella in the additional pictures section. Great colors, very good overall condition.

Notes: This print is the most sought after from the Tokaido Hoeido series. It is the very first edition of this print, with the seal on the left margin.

Pictures: Pictures are taken outdoor, in the shade, to reflect true colors, without any enhancements of any kind. The last picture is taken indoor, with a light behind the print, to reveal the exact paper grain, holes if any, or other possible flaws.