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Under the Wave off Kanagawa (Kanagawa oki nami ura), also known as The Great Wave
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Under the Wave off Kanagawa (Kanagawa oki nami ura), also known as The Great Wave
Under the Wave off Kanagawa (Kanagawa oki nami ura), also known as The Great Wave, from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32
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This iconic 19th-century print, "Under the Wave off Kanagawa" also known as "The Great Wave" captures the immense power and beauty of nature during Japan's Edo period. Created by the renowned artist Hokusai Katsushika, this polychrome woodblock print is part of his series titled "Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji". In this breathtaking artwork, a colossal wave looms over three fishing boats in the foreground while Mount Fuji stands tall in the background. The enormous size of the wave is emphasized by its towering foam-capped peak and its ability to dwarf everything in its path. The contrast between the delicate details of each boat and the overwhelming force of nature creates a sense of awe-inspiring tension. Hokusai masterfully uses ink and color on paper to depict not only a natural phenomenon but also an emotional experience. The dynamic composition, with diagonal lines created by both waves and boats, adds movement to an otherwise static medium. "The Great Wave" has become one of Japan's most recognizable images worldwide due to its striking visual impact. Its influence can be seen across various art forms even today. Displayed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, this woodblock print serves as a testament to Hokusai's artistic genius and continues to captivate viewers with its timeless depiction of man's insignificance against nature's might.
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