Shower Below the Summit (Sanka hakuu)
Wallpaper Mural
Artist: Katsushika Hokusai, Japanese
Date: 19th c.
Original medium: Block print
Original size: 10 1/8 × 14 9/16 in.
Description
Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849) is renowned for his woodblock prints, notably the series “Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji,” created when he was over seventy. Despite its title, the series actually comprises forty-six views, showcasing Hokusai’s creativity in capturing Mount Fuji from various angles. Mount Fuji, Japan’s tallest mountain at 12,385 feet, held cultural significance and was a pilgrimage site in Hokusai’s time. Hokusai’s strength lay in his exceptional drawing and use of color, exemplified in his portrayal of Mount Fuji with clear skies above and a thunderstorm below, conveying simplicity and visual impact.
Jitterbug is thrilled to offer this iconic artwork as a fine art wallpaper mural, bringing a touch of Japanese artistry into contemporary spaces.