Katsushika Hokusai (after) - "The Big Wave, 1826-33" - Offset - (60x80cm)

- Katsushika Hokusai (after), "The Big Wave (from 100 Views of Mt. Fuji), 1826-33". Authorized offset print on heavyweight smooth satin paper (300gsm approx.). 2000s

- Stamp on verso.

- Size: 60 x 80 cm.

- Condition: excellent. Never framed, never exposed.

- Katsushika Hokusai (1760–1849) was a renowned Japanese ukiyo-e artist and printmaker, celebrated for his contributions to Japanese art and his innovative techniques that influenced both Japanese and Western art. His career spanned more than 70 years, during which he produced an extensive body of work including prints, paintings, and book illustrations. Hokusai is best known for his series "Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji", which encapsulates his mastery of landscapes and his ability to combine traditional Japanese techniques with new perspectives and bold compositions.

Hokusai’s art is characterized by his dynamic use of color, detailed depictions of nature, and a distinctive sense of movement. His works often depict landscapes, everyday life, and spiritual themes, capturing the essence of Edo-period Japan. He was a pioneer in using Prussian blue, a vibrant imported pigment that became a defining feature of many of his prints.

"The Big Wave (from 100 Views of Mt. Fuji)" is Hokusai's most iconic work. The image shows a colossal wave towering over small boats, with Mount Fuji calmly visible in the background. The contrast between the powerful wave and the serene mountain highlights themes of nature’s dominance and human resilience. The meticulous detailing of the wave’s curves, foam, and the use of Prussian blue makes it a masterpiece of composition and technique.

Hokusai’s prints are highly prized in the art world, with "The Big Wave" being among the most famous and reproduced artworks globally. Original impressions of this print have fetched prices exceeding $1 million at auctions. His works are considered cultural treasures, both for their artistic innovation and their role in bridging Eastern and Western art traditions.

Hokusai’s influence endures, inspiring artists across the world and cementing his reputation as one of Japan’s greatest and most influential artists.

Hokusai, one of the most important artist of all time as Klimt, Modigliani, Rothko, Miró, Hockney, Picasso, Gauguin, Ramos, Matisse among others.