How can you tell if a Hiroshige print is real?

To tell if a Hiroshige print is real, examine the paper. During the Edo period, when Hiroshige produced his original prints, paper was very thin. As a result, if your print is on thick, heavy modern paper, the print is unlikely to be a real original. Due to their age, most originals will also show at least some signs of yellowing and wear. Pristine, pure white paper may indicate a reproduction. You can also compare signatures and text blocks on your print to images of original Hiroshige works published on trusted online resources, such as museum websites. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer evaluate your print for you. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Hiroshige prints.