{"title":"Shotei Hokuju","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"view-of-ochanomizu-in-the-eastern-capital-shotei-hokuju","title":"View of Ochanomizu in the Eastern Capital - Shōtei Hokuju","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Shōtei Hokuju, featuring the Kanda River and Mount Fuji with distinct Western-influenced perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShōtei Hokuju was a student of the master Katsushika Hokusai, and this woodblock print demonstrates his interest in Western-influenced perspective. The composition depicts the Ochanomizu area of Edo, now Tokyo, with the Kanda River flowing through a deep ravine. The steep, angular cliffs on the right side of the image are rendered with geometric precision, a stylistic choice that separates Hokuju from many of his contemporaries who favoured more organic, rounded forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the distance, the iconic silhouette of Mount Fuji rises above the horizon, providing a sense of scale and geographic context. The foreground features a winding river with small boats, while the upper bank shows a path populated by tiny figures, suggesting the daily activity of the city. The colour palette is restrained, relying on muted greens, earthy browns, and soft blues to convey the atmosphere of the scene. The print reflects the transition in Japanese art during the early nineteenth century, as artists began to experiment with depth and spatial construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHokuju's work is often noted for its technical rigour and its departure from the more decorative tendencies of the Ukiyo-e school. By focusing on the structural elements of the terrain, he creates a sense of physical presence. The print captures a specific moment in the history of Edo, documenting the topography of the city before the extensive urbanisation of the later periods. This museum-grade print preserves the subtle gradations of the original woodblock impressions, offering a clear view of the artist's draftsmanship and his application of linear perspective to traditional subject matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/evening-glow-at-ryogoku-bridge-keisai-eisen\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEvening Glow at Ryogoku Bridge - Keisai Eisen — Keisai Eisen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/bamboo-quay-by-kyobashi-bridge-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBamboo Quay by Kyōbashi Bridge - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shōtei Hokuju","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59031086367055,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59031097704783,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59031097737551,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59031097770319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59031097803087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59031097835855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59031097868623,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59031097901391,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59031097934159,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59031097966927,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59031097999695,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59031098032463,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/View-of-Ochanomizu-in-the-Eastern-Capital_Poster_CompositorV1_1791334719697.jpg?v=1791336313"},{"product_id":"a-view-of-the-great-bridge-at-senju-in-musashi-province-shotei-hokuju","title":"A View of the Great Bridge at Senju in Musashi Province - Shōtei Hokuju","description":"\u003cp\u003eA woodblock print by Shōtei Hokuju depicting the Senju Great Bridge, featuring precise lines and a calm, muted palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShōtei Hokuju, a student of Katsushika Hokusai, produced this woodblock print during the early nineteenth century. The work depicts the Senju Great Bridge, a location of historical importance on the Nikkō Kaidō road. The composition employs a Western-influenced perspective, which was a characteristic feature of Hokuju's output. The bridge spans the foreground, creating a clear horizontal line that guides the viewer across the river.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall figures traverse the bridge, while boats navigate the water below. The artist uses a restrained palette, relying on muted blues, earthy browns, and soft greys to define the scene. The trees on the right side of the frame provide a vertical counterpoint to the horizontal bridge, framing the view of the riverbank. The sky is rendered with simple, horizontal cloud formations, maintaining a sense of calm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHokuju is known for his interest in geometric structure and spatial depth, elements that distinguish his work from many of his contemporaries. This print captures the daily activity of the region, showing the bridge as a functional element of the local infrastructure. The thatched-roof buildings and the surrounding vegetation suggest a rural setting, despite the proximity to the bustling city of Edo. The print demonstrates the technical precision of the woodblock medium, with clean lines and controlled colour application. It remains a representative example of the topographical interest present in Japanese printmaking of the period, documenting specific locations with a focus on both human activity and the natural environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/evening-glow-at-ryogoku-bridge-keisai-eisen\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEvening Glow at Ryogoku Bridge - Keisai Eisen — Keisai Eisen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/bamboo-quay-by-kyobashi-bridge-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBamboo Quay by Kyōbashi Bridge - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shōtei Hokuju","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59032042701135,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59032585732431,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59032585765199,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59032585797967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59032585830735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59032585863503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59032585896271,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59032585929039,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59032585961807,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59032585994575,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59032586027343,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59032586060111,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/A-View-of-the-Great-Bridge-at-Senju-in-Musashi-Province_Poster_CompositorV1_1791343040640.jpg?v=1791345891"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/de\/collections\/shotei-hokuju.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}