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Shower Below the Summit (Sanka hakuu), from the series "Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji... c1830/33. Creator: Hokusai. Shower Below the Summit (Sanka hakuu), from the series "Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji... c1830/33. Creator: Hokusai
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Shower Below the Summit (Sanka hakuu), from the series "Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji... c1830/33. Creator: Hokusai. Shower Below the Summit (Sanka hakuu), from the series "Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji... c1830/33. Creator: Hokusai
Shower Below the Summit (Sanka hakuu), from the series "Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei)", Japan, c. 1830/33
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Shower Below the Summit," or "Sanka hakuu," is a captivating woodblock print from Hokusai's renowned series "Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji," created around 1830-33. This masterpiece by the Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849), also known as Tokimasa or Tatsumasa, showcases Mount Fuji shrouded in clouds and rain, with a sense of awe-inspiring grandeur. Mount Fuji, or Fujisan, is Japan's highest mountain and a significant geographical feature in Japanese culture, symbolizing peace, harmony, and the connection between the human world and the divine. In this print, the mountain appears as a brown, cracked, and weathered giant, its snow-capped peak barely visible through the thick layers of clouds and rain. The volcanic mountain's oban-sized image is a testament to Hokusai's mastery of color woodblock printing, with the intricate details of the rain shower and the subtle variations in shades of brown and gray. The title "Shower Below the Summit" suggests the idea of a momentary pause in the journey to reach the mountaintop, emphasizing the appreciation of the beauty and power of nature along the way. This print is a perfect example of the Ukiyo-e artistic school, which flourished during the Edo (1603-1868) and Tokugawa (1600-1868) periods in Japan, focusing on the depiction of the natural world, landscapes, and everyday life. Today, "Shower Below the Summit" is part of the permanent collection of the Art Institute of Chicago, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Asia and the artistic legacy of Hokusai. This print continues to inspire and captivate audiences with its stunning representation of the iconic Mount Fuji and the ever-changing weather, reminding us of the beauty and wonder of nature.
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