Shower Below the Summit (Sanka hakuu), from the series "Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei)"
Katsushika Hokusai
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Shower Below the Summit (Sanka hakuu) by Katsushika Hokusai
"Shower Below the Summit (Sanka hakuu)" is a notable work from Katsushika Hokusai's acclaimed series "Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei)", created circa 1830-1833. This color woodblock print, executed in the oban format, exemplifies Hokusai's mastery in capturing the dynamic interplay between nature and the iconic Mount Fuji. The series significantly contributed to the popularization of ukiyo-e, a genre of Japanese art that flourished from the 17th to the 19th century. Hokusai's innovative use of perspective and color in this series influenced both Japanese and Western art, inspiring artists such as Claude Monet and Vincent van Gogh. Born in 1760, Hokusai was a prolific artist whose work spanned various styles and subjects, leaving a lasting impact on the art world. His exploration of landscapes in this series marked a pivotal shift in the thematic focus of ukiyo-e prints, traditionally centered on courtesans and kabuki actors.
Shower Below the Summit (Sanka hakuu)
The artwork "Shower Below the Summit (Sanka hakuu)," part of Katsushika Hokusai's renowned series "Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji," is a color woodblock print created circa 1830/33, depicting a dramatic scene where a sudden rain shower contrasts with the serene presence of Mount Fuji. This piece exemplifies the ukiyo-e style, characterized by its vibrant colors and dynamic composition, capturing both the natural beauty and the transient nature of the landscape.
