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Travelers trudge toward a village after their arrival at the 8th station, Ōiso. Today the town is mostly known for fishing, agriculture, and tourism. Hiroshige intentionally underscores the travelers’ journey, which is just beginning, by adding elements that draw our attention to the background. He directs our gaze along the winding diagonal path by emphasizing the colors of the clothing worn by the figures, as well as the gradient sunset of the sky. The trees purposefully twist around the houses and guide the eye even further into the scene. The intricate thin black hatching on the grass adds dimension to the print. Label Type
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Label written by Kathryn MoranLabel Type
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Saint Joseph's University Purchase