Japanese Ukiyo-e Art Greeting Card Christmas Xmas New Year Winter Woodblock Print Aesthetic Snow Landscape Hiroshige Haiku Taigi Luxury H90

UKIYO-E JAPANESE ART
GREETING CARD (LARGE SIZE)
WITH ENVELOPE

A large Christmas greeting card with a ukiyo-e print of outstanding beauty, chosen and printed with love ｡.:*♡
Complementary classic haiku calligraphy on the back of the card.
This new edition greeting card comes in a larger size, offering a greater impact and a more luxurious feel .:*★

"Hodogaya: The Katabira River and Katabira Bridge" (程ヶ谷 かたびら川 かたびら橋) by Utagawa Hiroshige, ca. 1848-49.
From The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido (Reisho Tokaido edition), ca. 1847-52.

In this particular print, Hiroshige depicts the station of Hodogaya, which was located along the Tōkaidō in present-day Yokohama. The composition centers around the Katabira River and the Katabira Bridge, important landmarks in the area.

The scene itself is tranquil and shows travelers in straw coats and kasa hats crossing the bridge. The background showcases soft rolling hills and a peaceful sky. Hiroshige’s use of color is both subtle and atmospheric, with the deep blues of the river contrasting with the earthy tones of the landscape and the wood of the bridge. His brilliant sense of perspective is also evident in how he leads the viewer's eye from the foreground toward the distant hills, creating a sense of depth.

As with many of Hiroshige’s Tōkaidō prints, this image captures not just the physical landscape, but also the spirit of travel during the Edo period—quiet, contemplative, and filled with simple moments of beauty. The print illustrates the typical daily life of travelers, emphasizing their connection to nature and the journey itself ♡

Haiku calligraphy on the back of the card:

"The wintry moon
and only my own footsteps
on the bridge"

Tan Taigi (1709-1771)

♡ (Card code for the mix: H90)
♡ Blank inside for your own message
♡ Envelope included
♡ 14.8 x 21 cm (5.83" x 8.27") - it is basically half the size of an A4 paper sheet :)

Perfect for many occasions, particularly for Christmas and other winter holidays!

Silk Art print for deep vibrant colours and soft sheen finish - any of these cards would look stunning framed on your wall or desk ♥

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Printed in UK with eco-friendly toner on card made from sustainably sourced pulp, part of the Carbon Capture Programme.

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