Mishima, from the series Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido - Katsushika Hokusai
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A woodblock print by Katsushika Hokusai depicting travellers on oxen at the Mishima station of the Tokaido road.
This woodblock print by Katsushika Hokusai depicts a scene from the Mishima station of the Tokaido road. The composition features two figures riding oxen, moving through a rural setting. Hokusai employs a balanced use of line and colour, characteristic of his early nineteenth-century output. The figures, rendered with expressive facial features, are positioned beneath a stylised pine tree, which provides a sense of place and scale to the composition.
The Tokaido road was a popular subject for artists of the Edo period, as it served as the primary route between Edo and Kyoto. Hokusai, known for his keen observation of daily life, captures a moment of travel that reflects the social atmosphere of the time. The inclusion of calligraphic text within the print adds a layer of narrative context, common in ukiyo-e works where poetry and image share the pictorial space. The print demonstrates Hokusai's ability to combine human interest with the natural environment, creating a scene that is both observational and decorative.
Technically, the print exhibits the refined woodblock carving skills of the period. The colour palette is restrained, relying on muted tones to define the forms of the oxen and the clothing of the travellers. The composition is relatively flat, typical of the ukiyo-e style, which prioritises clear outlines and decorative patterns over the illusion of deep space. This work offers a glimpse into the travel culture of Japan during the Edo period, presented through the distinct aesthetic lens of one of the most recognised figures in Japanese art history.
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Mishima, from the series Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido - Katsushika Hokusai
Artist Biography
Katsushika Hokusai
Throughout his prolific career, Hokusai produced thousands of prints, sketches and illustrated books. He continually reinvented his style and identity, even adopting over 30 different artist names as his work evolved. His bold compositions, innovative use of perspective and striking colour palettes redefined Japanese printmaking. Hokusai's famed series Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji showcases not just technical mastery, but a spiritual reverence for landscape and everyday life. His work depicted everything from serene rural scenes to mythological creatures and bustling cityscapes.
Hokusai's legacy transcended Japan, profoundly shaping Western art during the 19th century through the movement known as Japonisme. Artists like Monet, Van Gogh and Whistler drew direct inspiration from his compositions and sensibilities. Today, Hokusai is celebrated not only as one of Japan’s greatest artists, but as a bridge between Eastern and Western visual culture. His art continues to captivate modern audiences with its fluid lines, narrative depth and timeless exploration of the human connection to nature.
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