Sunset at Ryōgoku Bridge by Katsukawa Shunkō II (Shunsen)
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Sunset at Ryōgoku Bridge

Katsukawa Shunkō II (Shunsen) · 1806–20

A circular view compresses bridge, boats, river stalls, and the last light of day into one quiet urban moment.

What to notice

Look for the faint surviving sunset tones, then follow the boats and shoreline details around the round frame like a visual itinerary.

Discover

Shunsen designed prints of beauties, actors, and landscapes. Here the Ryōgoku district becomes a compact record of Edo leisure, river traffic, and fading evening light.

Source institution: Cleveland Museum of Art
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