Portrait of HiroshigeUtagawa KunisadaNone

  • Art movementUkiyo-E

Utagawa Kunisada (1786 – 1865)

Discover Utagawa Kunisada (1786-1865), the most popular ukiyo-e artist of 19th-century Japan! Explore his iconic kabuki actor portraits (yakusha-e), beautiful women (bijin-ga), and vibrant woodblock prints. A rediscovered master.


About this artwork

  • Title: Portrait of Hiroshige
  • Artist: Utagawa Kunisada
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Main color: Putty
  • Color intensity: Monochromatic
  • Perceived brightness: brilliant

Questions & Answers

Why is the copyright status of "Portrait of Hiroshige" what it is?

The copyright status of "Portrait of Hiroshige" - in the public domain - its copyright has expired - follows from the artist's death in 1865.

What style does "Portrait of Hiroshige" belong to?

The movement associated with "Portrait of Hiroshige" by Utagawa Kunisada is Ukiyo-E. This classification situates the work among related artists and artworks.

Who created "Portrait of Hiroshige" and what style is it in?

Utagawa Kunisada created "Portrait of Hiroshige" within the Ukiyo-E movement.

How does the style of "Portrait of Hiroshige" relate to its creator's era?

"Portrait of Hiroshige" by Utagawa Kunisada is placed in the Ukiyo-E movement, within the 19th-Century era of its creator.

What kind of colors does "Portrait of Hiroshige" use?

The colors of "Portrait of Hiroshige" form a neutrals palette. This classification describes the dominant color families.

How intense are the colors in "Portrait of Hiroshige" by Utagawa Kunisada?

"Portrait of Hiroshige" by Utagawa Kunisada shows a monochromatic color intensity.

Who created "Portrait of Hiroshige"?

The artist behind "Portrait of Hiroshige" is Utagawa Kunisada. The work is catalogued under Utagawa Kunisada's name.

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