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Hokusai, The Great Wave off Kanagawa, 1831

SKU:  195367

Hokusai, The Great Wave off Kanagawa, 1831

€64,26 EUR
€64,26 EUR
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The Great Wave off Kanagawa is one of the most iconic images in the history of art, created by the Japanese artist Hokusai around 1831. It forms part of his celebrated series Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji, which explores the relationship between landscape, culture, and perspective in early modern Japan.

The composition is dominated by a towering wave that rises dramatically in the foreground, its crest curling into claw-like forms that appear almost animate. The energy of the water is conveyed through sharp lines and stylized foam, creating a sense of imminent ძალა and motion. Beneath this immense surge, three narrow boats struggle against the turbulent sea, their occupants dwarfed by the overwhelming force of nature. The figures are rendered with minimal detail, emphasizing their vulnerability and the scale of the surrounding environment.

In contrast to the dynamic foreground, Mount Fuji appears in the distance, small yet stable, providing a visual anchor for the composition. Its calm, symmetrical form stands in opposition to the chaos of the wave, symbolizing permanence and resilience. The juxtaposition between the transient motion of the sea and the enduring presence of the mountain is central to the work’s meaning.

The print demonstrates Hokusai’s mastery of the ukiyo-e woodblock technique. The use of imported Prussian blue pigment gives the image its distinctive color palette, enhancing depth and atmospheric effect. The composition also reflects an awareness of Western perspective, evident in the spatial arrangement and framing.

Beyond its aesthetic qualities, the image has become a universal symbol of nature’s power and human fragility. Its influence extends far beyond Japan, shaping artistic movements in Europe and continuing to resonate in global visual culture.

Materials

Cotton canvas, matte photo paper, fine art paper, pigmented inks.

  • The canvas it's 99 % cotton, 450 gr/sqm;
  • The matte photo paper it's acid-free (archival paper), 190 gr/sqm;
  • The fine art photo paper it's satinated (semi-glossy), 140 gr/sqm.

Shipping & Returns

Dispatching time: 1-2 days.

* Standard shipping fee: The orders will be sent by priority registered mail, usually via client National Post (USPS, Canada Post, Royal Mail, LaPoste, Deutsche Post, PostNL, etc). The delivery times are not guaranteed, sometimes it will take longer and these are beyond our control. Tracking number will be provided. Clients from US and Canada cannot track the parcels as the tracking numbers are not rolled in USPS and Canada Post systems.

* UPS standard: The orders will be sent with UPS expedited option. The delivery time it's between 5-11 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

* UPS express: The orders will be sent with UPS express saver. The delivery time it's between 4-7 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

Framing tips

Both type of materials, paper and canvas prints come rolled and will be need to be taken to your local framers.

The image it's printed with a border of 0.6 " (1.5 cm), for framing purposes only.

If you have already a frame, be sure you send us the exact size of the print that will fit inside the frame. We're printing on vectorial plotters so the size could slightly be more or less with 0.4" (1 cm).

If you plan to have the canvas print stretched on wooden frame, you'll need additional border, so please let us know after placing the order.

The images above was cropped from the image at the biggest size available (keeping the best quality and aspect /ratio), so, for good details please choose biggest dimensions that will suit your preferences / space.

Care Instructions

The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.

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