Framed Japanese Wall Art – Hiroshige “Ryogoku Fireworks” Ukiyo-e Reprint | Hand-Printed in Japan by Liu Changqing | UV Acrylic Frame

“Ryogoku Fireworks” from Hiroshige’s One Hundred Famous Views of Edo (Framed Ukiyo-e Reprint, Hand-printed by Liu Changqing)

【About This Artwork】

This is a high-quality reprint of “Ryogoku Fireworks,” one of the most iconic pieces from the One Hundred Famous Views of Edo series by the celebrated ukiyo-e master Utagawa Hiroshige.
The artwork was hand-printed by renowned woodblock artist Liu Changqing, using traditional Japanese techniques passed down through generations.

Purchased directly from a fine art print studio closely associated with the Printmaking Research Lab at Tokyo University of the Arts, this edition captures the atmospheric beauty of Hiroshige’s original design with exceptional accuracy and detail.

The moment a firework bursts into the summer night sky above Ryogoku Bridge and the Sumida River is depicted in a bold, yet serene composition—showcasing Hiroshige’s signature blue, known in the West as “Hiroshige Blue” or “Japan Blue.”

【Frame Details】

This print comes beautifully framed in a brand new black wooden frame and is ready to hang upon arrival.
To protect the delicate washi paper from UV light and fading, the frame includes a UV-protective acrylic panel, while the mat is finished in elegant rock gray, enhancing the depth and atmosphere of the scene.

• Frame Size: 35 × 47.5 × 2.2 cm (13.8" × 18.7" × 0.87")
• Weight: Approx. 2 kg (4.4 lbs, including frame and acrylic)
• Visible Image Size: 253 × 378 mm (10" × 14.8")
• Frame Model: GT501 (Black, Front Width: 12.5 mm)
• Mat Color: Rock Gray (Window: 260 × 390 mm)
• Front Panel: UV-cut acrylic (lightweight and shatter-resistant)

【Condition】

• Woodblock Print: Brand-new, hand-printed by Liu Changqing
• Frame: Brand-new, UV-protected
• Packaging: Carefully packed and shipped internationally via Japan Post
• Worldwide Shipping: Free of charge

【About the Artists】

Utagawa Hiroshige (1797–1858)
A master of Japanese ukiyo-e, known for his poetic landscapes and masterful use of color and perspective. His works deeply influenced Western artists such as Van Gogh, Monet, and Whistler. Hiroshige’s distinctive indigo hues—later nicknamed “Hiroshige Blue”—remain iconic to this day.

Liu Changqing
Born in 1955 in Shandong, China. Liu studied printmaking at the Central Academy of Fine Arts in Beijing and later trained at the Tokyo University of the Arts. He has received numerous awards and honors and is currently a visiting researcher at Tokyo University of the Arts. His works are held in museum collections across the world.

【Important Note】

You may notice ink bleeding or faint coloring on the back of the print—this is proof of authentic hand-printing, not mass production.
Each print is individually hand-pressed using traditional woodblocks, resulting in subtle texture and rich color variation.