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Hara, published in 1804. Creator: Hokusai
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Hara, published in 1804. Creator: Hokusai
Hara, published in 1804. Series: untitled series of stations on the T¯okaid¯o Road
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Active Volcano Fousi Yama Fuji Fujiyama Hats Hokusai Hokusai Katsushika Hokusai Tokimasa Kako Katsushika Hokusai Mount Fuji Mount Fuji Japan Mt Fuji Pipe Pipes Saki No Shunrō Sorobeku Tatsumasa Tobacco Pipe Veil Veiled Volcano Zen No Colour Woodblock Print
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This stunning woodblock print, titled "Hara" and created by the renowned Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai in 1804, is a captivating work of art from the untitled series of stations on the Tōkaidō Road. The print showcases the iconic Japanese landscape of Fujiyama, or Mount Fuji, an active volcano that has long been a source of inspiration for artists and poets alike. At the center of the composition, two figures are depicted: a man wearing a traditional Japanese hat, or kakeko, and a woman veiled in a saki no, a type of traditional Japanese head covering. The man, with a pipe in hand, appears deep in thought, while the woman looks off into the distance, her veil billowing in the wind. The intricate details of their clothing, from the man's flowing robe and the woman's elaborate dress, are rendered with exquisite precision and vibrant colors. Mount Fuji, a symbol of Japan and its rich cultural heritage, looms in the background, its snow-capped peak reaching towards the heavens. The mountain's majestic presence is juxtaposed with the tranquil scene of the two figures, creating a sense of harmony and balance. This print, now housed at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, is a testament to Hokusai's mastery of the woodblock printing technique and his ability to capture the essence of Japanese life and landscape in the 19th century. The intricate details, bold colors, and dynamic composition make it a must-see work of art for anyone interested in Japanese history, culture, or the world of ukiyo-e.
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