Minowa, Kanasugi, Mikawashima – Red-Crowned Crane Color Woodcut by Hiroshige, 1857

This exquisite Japanese woodblock print titled “Minowa, Kanasugi, Mikawashima,” crafted by Andō Hiroshige in 1857, features two elegant red-crowned cranes within a tranquil marsh landscape. Engraved by Robert Havell Jr., the piece showcases the intersection of Japanese ukiyo-e artistry and western engraving techniques.

Part of Hiroshige’s celebrated “One Hundred Famous Views of Edo” series, this print captures a serene moment in the natural habitat of the red-crowned crane, a culturally significant bird symbolizing luck, longevity, and fidelity in East Asian tradition. Its rich colors and detailed lines convey both the beauty of the cranes and the layered landscapes around Minowa and Mikawashima near Tokyo.

Printed as a high-quality reproduction, this woodcut is perfect for collectors, art historians, and admirers of traditional Japanese art and nature prints.

Features:

• High-resolution reproduction of the 1857 color woodcut by Andō Hiroshige, engraved by R. Havell

• Depicts culturally significant red-crowned cranes in their natural habitat

• Printed on archival-quality paper for vivid colors and long-lasting durability

• Available in various sizes with framing options

• Ideal for collectors, educators, museums, and Japanese art aficionados

• Includes historical background on the “One Hundred Famous Views of Edo” series and symbolism of the red-crowned crane

Celebrate the serene beauty and cultural richness of Edo-period Japan through this timeless print of red-crowned cranes by Hiroshige.