{"product_id":"boat-ferrying-across-river-keisai-eisen","title":"Boat Ferrying Across River - Keisai Eisen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene woodblock print by Keisai Eisen featuring a ferry boat crossing the Sumida River, accompanied by traditional Japanese calligraphy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Keisai Eisen depicts a quiet scene on the Sumida River. A small ferry boat, steered by a poleman, carries several passengers across the water. The composition is balanced by the gentle slope of the distant mountain and the low-lying bank in the foreground. The artist employs a soft palette, using muted greens, pale pinks, and earthy tones to convey the atmosphere of a calm day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print includes calligraphic text integrated into the upper portion of the composition, a common feature in surimono or poetry-themed prints of the Edo period. These inscriptions provide context, often linking the visual imagery to specific seasonal observations or literary references. The figures in the boat are rendered with minimal detail, yet their postures effectively communicate the rhythm of the crossing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeisai Eisen was a prolific designer of ukiyo-e prints, known for his work in various genres, including bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women) and meisho-e (pictures of famous places). This particular work demonstrates his ability to capture a sense of place through simplified forms and a restrained use of colour. The paper texture remains visible, adding to the tactile quality of the print. The inclusion of water birds and sparse vegetation on the riverbank provides a sense of natural scale, grounding the human activity within the broader environment. This piece offers a glimpse into the daily life and aesthetic sensibilities of early nineteenth-century Japan, where the intersection of poetry and visual art formed a cohesive cultural experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/view-of-tokyo-snow-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-ii\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eView of Tokyo, Snow Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige II — Utagawa Hiroshige II\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/yokkaichi-view-of-the-mie-river-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eYokkaichi: View of the Mie River - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Keisai Eisen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58726379782479,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58726647890255,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58726647923023,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58726647955791,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58726647988559,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58726648021327,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58726648054095,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58726648086863,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58726648119631,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58726648152399,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58726648185167,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58726648217935,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Boat-Ferrying-Across-River_Poster_CompositorV1_1788964877851.jpg?v=1788965589","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/boat-ferrying-across-river-keisai-eisen","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}