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The prints appear stylistically consistent with the works of Utagawa Hiroshige (1797–1858), one of the great masters of the ukiyo-e genre, especially known for his poetic landscapes and maritime scenes. His Fifty-Three Stations of the Tōkaidō and One Hundred Famous Views of Edo are filled with evocative views of boats, travel, and distant horizons. The dimensions of these pieces (3” x 2”) suggest they are mame-e (miniature prints), which were produced both in the Edo period and later as souvenirs or collector’s items, often in postcard or novelty format. Given their scale and framing, these examples most likely date to the mid-20th century and were mass-printed using traditional techniques.

Condition and Observations:
Both prints display strong and vibrant color saturation, typical of later editions when chemical pigments were more commonly used. There is noted foxing (small brown spotting due to age and humidity), but the works appear otherwise well-preserved in custom frames. The red publisher’s seal and Japanese script are common in reproduction prints and often closely mimic Hiroshige’s original format. However, without precise publisher marks, paper analysis, and verso visibility, it’s safest to identify these as high-quality reproductions. The size further supports this classification, as original Edo-period prints rarely came in such miniature form.