Katsushika Collection (#3)

Fuji Seen in the Distance from Senju Pleasure Quarter (Senju kagai yori chobo no Fuji), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Honganji at Asakusa in Edo (Toto Asakusa Honganji), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Groups of Mountain Climbers (Shojin tozan), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Mitsui Shop at Surugacho in Edo (Edo Surugacho Mitsui mise ryaku zu), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Fuji Seen from Kanaya on the Tokaido (Tokaido Kanaya no Fuji), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Nihonbashi in Edo (Edo Nihonbashi), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Surugadai in Edo (Toto Sundai), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Tago Bay near Ejiri on the Tokaido (Tokaido Ejiri Tago no ura ryaku zu), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Lower Meguro (Shimo Meguro), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Tatekawa in Honjo (Honjo Tatekawa), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Fuji from Gotenyama on the Tokaido at Shinagawa (Tokaido Shinagawa Gotenyama no Fuji), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Cushion Pine at Aoyama (Aoyama enza no matsu), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Reflection in Lake at Misaka in Kai Province (Koshu Misaka suimen), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

At Sea off Kazusa (Kazusa no kairo), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Fujimigahara in Owari Province (Bishu Fujimigahara), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Umezawa Manor in Sagami Province, from the series Thirty-six Views of
" Umezawa Manor in Sagami Province, " from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei, Soshu Umezawa zai), ca. 1830-32

Mishima Pass in Kai Province (Koshu Mishima goe), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Noboto at Shimosa (Shimosa Noboto), from the series One Thousand Pictures of the Sea (Chie no umi), 1832-33

View from the Other Side of Fuji from the Minobu River (Minobugawa ura Fuji), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Kajikazawa in Kai Province (Koshu Kajikazawa), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Shower at the New Yanagi Bridge, 1806. Creator: Hokusai
Shower at the New Yanagi Bridge, 1806

South Wind, Clear Sky (Gaifu kaisei), also known as Red Fuji, from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Poem by Motoyoshi Shinno, from the series One Hundred Poems Explained by the Nurse (Hyakunin isshu uba ga etoki), ca. 1839

Lake Suwa in Shinano Province (Shinshu Suwako), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Poem by Onakatomi no Yoshinobu Ason, from the series One Hundred Poems Explained by the Nurse (Hyakunin isshu uba ga etoki), 1839

Poem by Minamoto no Muneyuki Ason, from the series One Hundred Poems Explained by the Nurse (Hyakunin isshu uba ga etoki), 1839

Poem by Kakinomoto Hitomaro, from the series One Hundred Poems Explained by the Nurse (Hyakunin isshu uba ga etoki), 1839

Women Preparing Tea Around the Fire-Holder, 1816. Creator: Hokusai
Women Preparing Tea Around the Fire-Holder, 1816

Crab and Rice Plant, 19th century. Creator: Hokusai
Crab and Rice Plant, 19th century

Masks of Oni (Demon) and Uzume (Goddess of Good Fortune), probably 1807. Creator: Hokusai
Masks of Oni (Demon) and Uzume (Goddess of Good Fortune), probably 1807

Gathering Sea-Weed. Creator: Hokusai
Gathering Sea-Weed

Seven Gods of Good Fortune, 1808-27. Creator: Hokusai
Seven Gods of Good Fortune, 1808-27

Cherry Shell, from the series Genroku Poetry Shell Games, probably 1821. Creator: Hokusai
Cherry Shell, from the series Genroku Poetry Shell Games, probably 1821

Miyako Shell, probably 1821. Creator: Hokusai
Miyako Shell, probably 1821

Cage of Fireflies at Dawn in Summer, ca. 1800. Creator: Hokusai
Cage of Fireflies at Dawn in Summer, ca. 1800

Young Woman and Little Girl Playing Musashi, 1841. Creator: Hokusai
Young Woman and Little Girl Playing Musashi, 1841

The Weaving Factory, ca. 1802. Creator: Hokusai
The Weaving Factory, ca. 1802

The Metal Carver, 1802. Creator: Hokusai
The Metal Carver, 1802

The Swordsmith, 1802. Creator: Hokusai
The Swordsmith, 1802

Chinese Boys Learning to Write and Paint, ca. 1785. Creator: Hokusai
Chinese Boys Learning to Write and Paint, ca. 1785

Ushibori in Hitachi Province (Joshu Ushibori), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Yoshida on the Tokaido (Tokaido Yoshida), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Crane and Sun, 19th century. Creator: Hokusai School
Crane and Sun, 19th century

Chrysanthemums, 19th century. Creator: Hokusai School
Chrysanthemums, 19th century

Monkey and Bee, 19th century. Creator: Hokusai School
Monkey and Bee, 19th century

Badger, 19th century. Creator: Hokusai School
Badger, 19th century

Bellflower, 19th century. Creator: Hokusai School
Bellflower, 19th century

Pekingese, 19th century. Creator: Hokusai School
Pekingese, 19th century

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Katsushika, a name synonymous with the iconic Japanese artist Hokusai and his mesmerizing woodblock prints. From "The Blind Men and the Elephant" to "Under the Wave off Kanagawa, " Katsushika's art captures the essence of Japan's rich cultural heritage. In 1817, Hokusai unveiled "The Blind Men and the Elephant, " a woodblock print from his renowned Manga series. This masterpiece depicts various blind men touching different parts of an elephant, symbolizing how perception varies depending on one's limited perspective. Another captivating work by Katsushika is "The waterfall of Amida behind the Kiso Road. " Created in 1832, this print showcases a majestic waterfall cascading down as travelers journey along the famous Kiso Road. It beautifully portrays nature's grandeur intertwined with human existence. One cannot mention Katsushika without mentioning his most celebrated piece – "The Great Wave. " Crafted around 1830, this color woodcut features brave men navigating treacherous waves near Kanagawa while Mount Fuji stands tall in the background. Its dynamic composition and vivid colors make it an enduring symbol of resilience against nature's forces. Ejiri in Suruga Province presents another breathtaking scene from Hokusai's Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji series. With meticulous detail, he captures Ejiri's serene beauty as people go about their daily lives amidst lush landscapes and distant mountains. Hokusai also delves into mythology with works like "Red Shoki, The Demon Queller. " Painted in 1847, this depiction showcases Shoki subduing evil spirits through his fierce gaze and powerful presence—a testament to Japan's folklore traditions. "The Hanging-cloud Bridge at Mount Gyodo near Ashikaga" transports us back to late 18th-early 19th century Japan. This tranquil setting invites contemplation as we imagine crossing this bridge suspended among ethereal clouds, connecting the earthly realm to the spiritual.