Nihonbashi in Edo - Katsushika Hokusai
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A classic woodblock print by Katsushika Hokusai depicting the bustling Nihonbashi canal in Edo with Mount Fuji visible in the distance.
Nihonbashi in Edo is a woodblock print from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji, produced by Katsushika Hokusai during the early 1830s. This series represents a shift in the Ukiyo-e tradition, moving away from depictions of courtesans and actors toward the celebration of Japanese geography and the daily life of the common people. The composition centres on the Nihonbashi bridge, a site of immense commercial activity in the capital.
In the foreground, a bustling crowd of merchants and travellers is captured in transit, their figures rendered with precise, economical lines. The perspective draws the eye down the canal, flanked by rows of white-walled storehouses, toward the distant silhouette of Mount Fuji. The use of Prussian blue, a pigment newly available in Japan at the time, provides a cool contrast to the warm, pale tones of the sky and the architecture. Hokusai balances the geometric rigidity of the buildings with the organic movement of the boats on the water.
This print captures the energy of Edo, the city now known as Tokyo. The artist employs a clear, structured approach to space, using the canal as a visual corridor that connects the immediate foreground to the iconic mountain in the background. The print demonstrates the technical skill of the carvers and printers who worked with Hokusai, particularly in the subtle gradations of the sky and the clean definition of the architectural elements. It remains a primary example of the artist's ability to synthesise human activity with the natural environment, creating a balanced view of a busy urban centre.
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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
- Never use liquid cleaners on the print or canvas surface
- Keep in a dry, room-temperature space
- Handle prints with clean, dry hands
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
Nihonbashi in Edo - 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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