Artist: Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849)
Description: Exceptional and rare original diptych woodblock print by Katsushika Hokusai.A Hokusai samurai warrior from one of Hokusais picture-books.
Period: Woodblock Diptyc From 1800s, about 1819 (Bunsei 2)
Format: Diptyc: motif size, two sheets á 13,5x19cm, paper size 15,5 x 22,5cm
Condition: Washi paper with some discoloration, stitching holes, slight toning, slight soiling, a few creases, but it still look really cool framed. Please see photos for details.
About Hokusai: It is probably true to say that Hokusai's reputation in the West was made by this endlessly inventive series of picture-books. Drawn with wonderful calligraphic strokes. A great example of the variety and depth of Hokusai's subjects and his incredible talent. A terrific choice for a collector of classic ukiyo-e.
Hokusais most iconic print is "The Great Wave off Kanagawa"
The price includes a black passe-partout. (acid-free paper)
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Regarding Japanese prints, their condition can vary greatly with everything from beautiful colours and good details to stains, wear, wormholes and some soiling
Please see photos.
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Hokusai original woodcut print
Original Hokusai samurai warrior from one of Hokusais picture-books