Fuji Seen in the Distance from Senju Pleasure Quarter - Katsushika Hokusai
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A classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Katsushika Hokusai, depicting travellers near the Senju pleasure quarter with Mount Fuji visible in the distance.
This woodblock print belongs to the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji, a collection produced by Katsushika Hokusai during the Edo period. The composition captures a scene near the Senju pleasure quarter, a location situated along the Nikkō Kaidō road. In the foreground, a group of travellers carrying red poles moves past a thatched-roof structure, providing a sense of daily activity. The middle ground features a flat, open expanse of fields and waterways, leading the eye toward a cluster of buildings enclosed by a fence.
Mount Fuji appears in the distance, rendered with a subtle gradient that separates the mountain from the horizon line. Hokusai employs a clear, structured perspective to organise the various elements of the scene. The use of Prussian blue, a pigment that became available in Japan during this era, defines the sky and water, creating a contrast with the earthy tones of the thatched roofs and the path. The print demonstrates the artist's ability to balance human activity with the natural environment. By placing the mountain as a distant, constant presence, Hokusai frames the transient nature of the travellers against the permanence of the landscape. The work reflects the technical precision of the woodblock medium, where distinct blocks were used for each colour to build the final image. This print is a representative example of the Ukiyo-e genre, which focused on scenes of travel, urban life, and the natural world, appealing to a wide audience of the time.
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Specific Features
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- Museum-grade giclée printing for rich, fade-resistant colour
- Archival matte fine-art paper, FSC-certified
- Multiple sizes and framing options available
- Frames in black, natural wood, dark wood or white
- Framed prints arrive ready to hang
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- Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth
- Avoid prolonged direct sunlight
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Materials & Sizing
Museum-grade giclée on FSC-certified archival matte paper, with framed and canvas options.
- Paper sizes: A4, A3, A2, A1, A0 and B2 (50×70 cm)
- Canvas: XS (20×30 cm) to Large (60×90 cm)
- Frames: black, natural wood, dark wood or white
Fuji Seen in the Distance from Senju Pleasure Quarter - 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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