Mishima Pass in Kai Province - Katsushika Hokusai
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Description
A classic woodblock print by Katsushika Hokusai, depicting travellers attempting to encircle a massive tree with Mount Fuji rising in the distance.
Mishima Pass in Kai Province belongs to the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji, a collection produced by Katsushika Hokusai during the peak of his career. This print captures a moment of human scale against the immense presence of the mountain. The composition is dominated by a massive, ancient tree trunk that occupies the centre of the frame, forcing the viewer to look past its textured bark to the distant, snow-capped peak of Mount Fuji.
At the base of the tree, several travellers are depicted. Three figures attempt to encircle the trunk with their arms, a gesture that communicates the sheer size of the tree. Other figures carry bundles or rest along the path, providing a sense of daily life in the mountainous region of Kai Province. The use of Prussian blue, a pigment that was relatively new to Japan at the time, defines the mountain and the sky, creating a clear contrast with the lighter, earthy tones of the foreground.
Hokusai employs a clear, graphic style. The clouds are rendered with distinct, rounded outlines, a characteristic feature of his work in this series. The print demonstrates his interest in geometry and perspective, as the verticality of the tree balances the horizontal expanse of the mountain slope. The scene is not merely a depiction of a location, but a study of proportion and the relationship between the natural world and the people who traverse it. This work remains a primary example of Hokusai's technical skill in woodblock printing, particularly in his ability to manage complex spatial relationships within a limited colour palette.
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Museum-grade giclée on FSC-certified archival matte paper, with framed and canvas options.
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Mishima Pass in Kai Province - 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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