1959 Hiroshige's Tokaido In Prints & Poetry Vintage Art Reference Book w/Sleeve

Hiroshige's Tokaido In Prints & Poetry

Edited by Reiko Chiba

Published by Charles E. Tuttle Company: Rutland, Vermont etc 1959 3rd Printing

"Hiroshige's Tokaido in Prints & Poetry (edited by Reiko Chiba, 1959) is a finely crafted presentation of Utagawa Hiroshige's celebrated woodblock print series depicting the fifty-three stations of the Tokaido, the historic highway linking Edo (Tokyo) with Kyoto in 19th-century Japan. The book pairs Hiroshige's vivid landscapes with classical Japanese poems, highlighting how the artist captured not only the scenery but also the spirit and atmosphere of the journey. Each print illustrates the beauty of nature, the rhythm of daily life, and the human presence along the route, offering readers a rich visual and cultural experience of the Edo period. Chiba's editorial approach provides both artistic context and literary resonance, blending images with carefully chosen verses that enhance their mood and meaning. The book serves as both an introduction to Hiroshige's genius and a reflection on Japan's cultural heritage, where art and poetry intersect to celebrate travel, nature, and human emotion. By combining the visual elegance of ukiyo-e prints with the depth of classical poetry, the work appeals to art lovers, historians, and those interested in the harmony of Japanese aesthetics."

General wear to sleeve. Book is as new condition. A lovely copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.