Katsushika Hokusai: Waterfall (c. 1833) Japanese Woodblock Print

Invite the spiritual energy of the Japanese highlands into your home. This museum-quality Giclée reproduction features Katsushika Hokusai’s Waterfall, a stunning pinnacle of 19th-century landscape design.

In the 1830s, Hokusai turned his visionary eye toward the diverse waterfalls of Japan. Unlike traditional landscapes, Hokusai’s waterfalls are almost abstract—defined by powerful, rhythmic vertical lines and swirling, frothy basins. He utilized the then-exotic Prussian Blue to achieve a depth of color that was revolutionary for the woodblock medium. Each print in this series was intended to capture the kami (spirit) of the site, blending the architectural stability of the surrounding cliffs with the eternal, shifting motion of the water. It remains one of the most influential examples of Japanese Ukiyo-e art, directly impacting the development of modern Western abstraction.

Original 1830s woodcuts are prized for their saturated blues and delicate paper texture. Our archival Giclée print is digitally mastered to preserve the vibrant Prussian Blue tones and the fine, hand-carved details of Hokusai’s original blocks. Printed on heavyweight 100% cotton rag paper, it ensures the dynamic contrasts and spiritual intensity of the original are perfectly captured.

A sophisticated Statement Piece for a minimalist living room, a quiet study, or a wellness-focused space. This Hokusai Print is an exceptional gift for lovers of Asian art, nature, and graphic design history.

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