Hiroshige’s Rain Print Heads to Auction | New York City News

This September, Christie’s in New York is auctioning Utagawa Hiroshige’s legendary 1857 woodblock print “Ohashi Bridge, Sudden Shower at Atake”—a masterpiece that turns rain into a living force shaping city and soul. Part of the stunning “Hiroshige: Colors of the Four Seasons, the Alan Medaugh Collection,” this sale features over 180 early impressions, preserving Hiroshige’s original vibrancy before time and wear faded his vision. These prints, radical for their bold framing and atmospheric depth, inspired Van Gogh and Monet—and now offer collectors a rare, unfiltered glimpse into the artist’s genius during Asia Week New York. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e179b5be141e5bc3