The book has side stitched binding; each page is formed from a single sheet of paper printed on one side and then folded with the printed side out. The top and bottom corners of the spine are enclosed with what appears to be silk edging. A rectangular printed paper title slip is pasted onto the front cover in the top left corner. Pale pink, blue, green and gray were used to highlight the black line images. Approximate size: 9-1/2″ x 6-1/4″. Condition: Very nice copy of botanical woodblock prints by Hokusai with good detail. I believe that this was issued in 1912 (Meiji 45). Binding is tight and pages are intact, clean, and unmarked. Additional pictures available upon request. Please look at my other listings for additional collectible books from my personal collection.
Some signs of use, but other than that, there are no major problems. 24 cm x 16 cm. A genius ukiyoe artist of the late Edo period. Date of birth: October 31, 1760. Date of death: May 10, 1849. He left 30,000 works during his lifetime. Among the many types of works, “woodblock prints, ” “Hokusai manga, ” and “Ukiyoe” are the most famous. Hokusai painted a variety of subjects, including landscapes, shunga, and yokai, but his most famous work is probably “Kanagawa-oki Namiura, ” one of the famous “Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji(Fugaku Sanjurokkei), ” known around the world as The Great Wave. About Importer’s Obligation. Thank you for your understanding.
This product is a reprint of Ukiyo-e? What is the difference between reprinted ukiyo-e and ukiyo-e produced in Japan’s Edo period? It makes no difference. The only difference is the era in which they were made. The woodblocks are re-carved and hand-printed one by one on traditional Japanese paper. The greatest attraction of ukiyo-e is the unique soft texture of Japanese paper and woodblock prints, and the vivid colors that people of the time must have enjoyed. ¦Image size:7.9inch × 21.6inch. ¦Paper:Washi(Japanese traditional paper:Echizen Seiji Hosho). ¦At that time, it was a custom-made product. Spiny lobster is a symbol of longevity, and Princess Komatsu also has the meaning of longevity and marital harmony, making it a very auspicious design. The senryo no mi, katsu chestnuts, and shii no mi, which are drawn together, are also very auspicious works, wishing for wealth and victory. He is considered one of the most famous artists in Japan. His real name was Katsushika Hokusai, but he was also known by names such as Utamaro, Hokushu, and Taito. Hokusai was one of the important pioneers of ukiyo-e, a genre of woodblock prints and paintings. His works had a unique style characterized by vivid expressions and strong movements. He covered a wide range of subjects in his art, including landscapes, figures, animals, mythology, and legends. One of his most famous series is “Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji” (also known as “Fugaku Sanjurokkei”), and among them, the masterpiece “The Great Wave off Kanagawa” is widely recognized as Hokusai’s representative work and one of the iconic pieces of Japanese ukiyo-e. Hokusai’s painting techniques have been passed down through the generations and have influenced numerous subsequent artists. His works were widely acclaimed during his time and continued to have a significant impact on later Japanese art styles. They particularly had a profound influence on Impressionism and modern European art. In addition to artistic creations, Hokusai wrote many books on painting theory and techniques, which became important resources for later art education and painting studies. His publication “Hokusai Manga” is a collection of illustrated works in a comic-like format, showcasing various techniques for depicting figures, animals, landscapes, and other elements. It has become an important reference material for later generations in the field of painting education. Katsushika Hokusai’s life was highly diverse, and his works and influence are highly esteemed not only in Japan but also internationally. He is celebrated as one of the great masters in the history of Japanese painting, and his works continue to be cherished and collected by art enthusiasts worldwide.
UKIYO-E HOKUSAI Japanese Woodblock Print View through waves off the coast of Kanagawa 2-1?? Not only is it one of the three most famous paintings. No other masterpiece is so famous. How small and how fragile are the boats that humans ride in? The composition is full of thrills. Hokusai is trying to strongly emphasize the power of man against the crashing waves. Fuji in the distance seems to be quietly watching over it. This is Hokusai’s heart. This depiction of the waves is representative of Hokusai’s reputation as a painter of waves and Fuji. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as “gifts” – Japan, US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. About Importer’s Obligation. Thank you for your understanding.
KATSUSHIKA HOKUSAI – GENUINE 19th CENTURY MANGA VOL. (Denshin Kaishu) Transmitted From the Gods, A Revelation of All Things. A fine example of Hokusai’s Manga Volume 8. Soft, subtle printing, but revealing details that are normally lost in Meiji-era versions. EXCELLENT REGISTRY AND IMPRESSION. AN OBVIOUS EARLY PULL OFF THE BLOCKS! VERY LITTLE TO NO TONING TO THE PAPER. IMPECCABLE STATE OF PRESERVATION. NO THUMBING AT ALL. Original Edition, later Impression. Collaboration between Eriakuya and Katano Toshirö. Eriakuya Toshirö obtained all the original, 1st edition blocks in the early Meiji Period. Some of the blocks were worn down considerably, therefore there are line breaks and missing features that make these later editions less appealing. There were other blocks that were less worn, and so the publisher took full advantage of the clean blocks, by creating splendidly unique editions from 1860 thru 1875 that are in someways more satisfying than even the first edition productions. DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY TO ADD A VERY RARE, CLEAN EXAMPLE OF HOKUSAI’S FAMOUS MANGA TO YOUR COLLECTION; PRINTED NEARLY 150 YEARS AGO. Several facts regarding hand-made washi paper. Tone, texture and thickness vary a lot when printing on hand-made paper that was produced by farmers during the winter months. As well, washi, being that it is hand-made paper, occasionally had large brown fibers or other materials that entered the water and paper vats used in production. These blemishes are of course not a misprint or damage. It seems that printmakers of that time were neither obsessive nor selective about the uniformity of each individual sheet of paper. After all, these books were never printed for elite collectors with safe-deposit boxes. In fact, they were intended to magnify the hearts and minds of Everyman.
Japanese Woodblock Print Book in the Meiji Period, 19th Century. Bijutsu Sekai (The World of Art). Compiled by Watanabe Shotei. Painter: Hokusai, Kikuchi Yosai, Shibata Zeshin, Kubota Beisen, Watanabe Shotei, etc. Title: Bijutsu sekai vol. Author: Watanabe Shotei (Seitiei). Date: Meiji 24 (1891). Total number of pages: 34 pages. Number of illustrated pages: 29 pages. International Buyers – Please Note. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as “gifts”. US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. Please ask us if you have any questions. Thank you for looking.
Katsushika Hokusai The Great Wave off Kanagawa Japanese Ukiyo-E Woodblock Print. It is printed on [Sugihara paper], which is close to Japanese paper at the time, and reproduces the texture of the time. Size: A4 (210mm x 297mm, not including frame). International Buyers – Please Note. Thank you for your understanding. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\Japan\Prints”. The seller is “petramworks” and is located in this country: JP. This item can be shipped worldwide.
Hokusai Woodblock Print Japanese Zen Hotei Matted and Framed. Artist: Hokusai Title: Unknown Subject: Zen, Hotei Matted and Framed Dimensions: 24in x 30in Ready to hang. This item is in the category “Art\Art Prints”. The seller is “art_prints_and_more” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
