{"product_id":"badger-tanuki-hokusai-school","title":"Badger (Tanuki) - Hokusai School","description":"\u003cp\u003eA minimalist ink wash study of a badger, rendered with fluid brushwork and expressive tonal variations in the tradition of the Hokusai school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ink wash study depicts a badger, or tanuki, rendered with the economy of line characteristic of the Hokusai school. The artist employs varying densities of sumi ink to define the animal's form, using wet, gestural strokes to suggest the texture of fur and the weight of the creature's posture. The badger is shown in a seated position, with one paw raised near its head in a gesture that borders on the anthropomorphic, a common trope in Japanese folklore where the tanuki is often portrayed as a mischievous or transformative figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeside the animal, the artist has included simple, schematic representations of domestic objects, such as a small bowl and a vessel. These items provide a sense of scale and context, grounding the subject in a domestic setting. The composition is sparse, relying on the negative space of the paper to focus the viewer's attention entirely on the subject. The brushwork demonstrates a high level of control, moving from deep, saturated blacks to delicate, watery greys. This technique allows for a sense of volume without the need for rigid outlines or complex shading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorks from the Hokusai school often prioritised the observation of nature and daily life, moving away from the more formalised conventions of earlier periods. This piece reflects that interest in capturing the essence of a subject through minimal means. The lack of colour ensures that the focus remains on the interplay of light and shadow, as well as the fluidity of the ink itself. It is a fine example of the technical proficiency expected of students and followers working within the tradition established by Katsushika Hokusai, demonstrating an appreciation for the expressive potential of the brush.\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=\"\/sv\/products\/jo-and-uba-of-takasago-looking-at-the-rising-sun-totoya-hokkei\" 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;\"\u003eJo and Uba of Takasago Looking at the Rising Sun - Totoya Hokkei — Totoya Hokkei\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/sv\/products\/frolicking-figures-and-animals-kawanabe-kyosai\" 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;\"\u003eFrolicking Figures and Animals - Kawanabe Kyōsai — Kawanabe Kyōsai\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hokusai School","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58971905950031,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58971920925007,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58971920957775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58971920990543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58971921023311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58971921056079,"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":58971921088847,"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":58971921121615,"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":58971921154383,"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":58971921187151,"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":58971921219919,"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":58971921252687,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Badger-Tanuki-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790842248532.jpg?v=1790842850","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/sv\/products\/badger-tanuki-hokusai-school","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}