"Enoshima in Sagami Province" from 36 views of Mt.Fuji series by Hokusai

Description : 

This depicts the view of Enoshima Island from Katase Beach, offering a glimpse into the bustling atmosphere of pilgrimage and leisure activities during the Edo period. The print captures the iconic beauty of Enoshima, renowned for its association with the deity Benzaiten and its scenic landscapes.
This work offers a vivid portrayal of the timeless allure of Enoshima Island, capturing the vibrant atmosphere of pilgrimage and leisure activities against the backdrop of its scenic landscapes. Through its meticulous attention to architectural details and natural elements, the print provides a glimpse into the cultural, spiritual, and aesthetic significance of Enoshima as a cherished destination for travelers and pilgrims throughout history.

Hokusai Katsushika : 
Known simply as Hokusai, was a Japanese Ukiyo-e artist of the Edo period, active as a painter and printmaker. 
He is best known for the woodblock print series Thirty six views of Mt Fuji, which includes the iconic print The Great Wave Off Kanagawa. Hokusai was instrumental in developing Ukiyo-e from a style of portraiture largely focused on courtesans and actors into a much broader style of art that focused on landscapes, plants, and animals. His works are thought to have had a significant influence on Vincent Van Gogh and Claude Monete during the wave of Japonism that spread across Europe in the late 19th century.

REPRODUCTION : In the 20th century, artists and publishers collaborated to recreate famous woodblock prints, providing them to Japanese collectors and Westerners seeking rare designs.
New blocks were made, and artisan printers painstakingly printed each color using the same method as the 19th-century originals.

Limited edition lithograph
Hand-printed, numbered 180/300 on margin.
Size : 
410mm x 600mm