#11. Nezu
- Medium:
- Woodblock print
- Format:
- Oban
- Source:
- Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
Description
Nezu, a neighborhood at the foot of Ueno hill in Edo, was known for the Nezu Shrine and its azalea garden — one of the city's famous seasonal flower sites. As a numbered view in a survey of Edo sights, this print captures a corner of the city that offered the kind of quiet, horticultural beauty that contrasted with the busier entertainment districts along the river.
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Featured in Collections
Curated cross-cuts that include this print.
Frequently Asked Questions
#11. Nezu was created by Utagawa Hiroshige (歌川広重).
#11. Nezu depicts landscapes, temples & shrines, and gardens.