Auction 55, Bid & Bloom, April 7th
Tue, Apr 7, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 618
Vintage After Utagawa Hiroshige "Sudden Shower at Shono" Print, Bruce Teleky Inc., Framed
Estimate: $100 - $200
Starting Bid
$10
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $150 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $4,000 | $500 |
| $15,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
Description
A mid-20th-century reproduction print of the famous Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock print Sudden Shower at Shono (Shono, hakuu) by the esteemed artist Utagawa Hiroshige (1797-1858). The original artwork, created circa 1833-1836, is one of the most iconic images from his masterwork series, The Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido Road.
This piece is a vibrant, framed reproduction published by Bruce Teleky Inc., New York, as indicated by text in the lower left margin. The image masterfully captures the dramatic scene of travelers hurrying through a sudden, intense rainstorm in the mountains. The artwork is presented in a classic gold-tone frame, ready for display.
Details:
- Artist (Original): Utagawa Hiroshige I (Japanese, 1797–1858)
- Title: Sudden Shower at Shono (Shono, hakuu)
- Medium: Reproduction print (likely offset lithograph)
- Publisher: Bruce Teleky Inc., New York
- Era: Mid-20th Century (estimated)
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age (inspect photos for details); housed under glass.
- Dimensions: W:36in H:24in
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