Perfect for display or close observation, this impeccably produced collection of some of Hokusai's most renowned prints highlights the exquisite lines and delicate hues that have entranced viewers for centuries.
During his lifetime, Katsushika Hokusai was one of the most revered artists working in the ukiyo-e school of painting and printmaking. Perfect for display or close observation, this impeccably produced collection of some of Hokusai's most renowned prints highlights the exquisite lines and delicate hues that have entranced viewers for centuries.
This book gathers the finest examples of Hokusai's prints, including his iconic The Great Wave as well as views of Mt. Fuji, landscapes, domestic scenes, and painstakingly rendered flora and fauna. An introduction by Matthi Forrer offers a brief biography of Hokusai and commentary on his practice and influence. Each full-color poster is backed with insights into its significance and notable characteristics. Printed on heavy coated paper, these detachable posters are suitable for framing. Taken together, they create a lasting and illuminating introduction to Hokusai's extraordinary accomplishment.
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| Description | During his lifetime, Katsushika Hokusai was one of the most revered artists working in the ukiyo-e school of painting and printmaking. Perfect for display or close observation, this impeccably produced collection of some of Hokusai's most renowned prints highlights the exquisite lines and delicate hues that have entranced viewers for centuries. This book gathers the finest examples of Hokusai's prints, including his iconic The Great Wave as well as views of Mt. Fuji, landscapes, domestic scenes, and painstakingly rendered flora and fauna. An introduction by Matthi Forrer offers a brief biography of Hokusai and commentary on his practice and influence. Each full-color poster is backed with insights into its significance and notable characteristics. Printed on heavy coated paper, these detachable posters are suitable for framing. Taken together, they create a lasting and illuminating introduction to Hokusai's extraordinary accomplishment.
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| Art Subject | Landscapes |
| Art Style | Japanese |
