Goten-Yama Hill, Shinagawa on the Tokaido (1760-1849) by Katsushika Hokusai. Custom Print on a 100% Airlume Combed and Ring-Spun Cotton Unisex Crewneck T-shirt

Katsushika Hokusai's "Goten-Yama Hill, Shinagawa on the Tokaido" is a quintessential example of ukiyo-e, a genre of Japanese woodblock prints that flourished from the 17th to the 19th centuries. Hokusai, born in 1760 in Edo (now Tokyo), was a master of this art form, renowned for his innovative techniques and profound influence on both Japanese and Western art. His life was marked by a relentless pursuit of artistic perfection, evident in his claim that he only truly began to understand painting in his seventies.

Hokusai's work is characterized by its dynamic composition, vibrant colors, and meticulous attention to detail. "Goten-Yama Hill" captures a scene along the Tokaido, a vital route connecting Edo to Kyoto, bustling with travelers and merchants. The piece exemplifies Hokusai's ability to blend realism with an almost ethereal beauty, capturing the transient nature of life—a central tenet of ukiyo-e philosophy. His use of perspective and depth draws the viewer into the landscape, inviting contemplation of humanity's place within the natural world.

The significance of this work lies in its reflection of the cultural and economic vibrancy of Edo-period Japan. Currently, the original print is held in esteemed collections such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art, serving as a testament to Hokusai's enduring legacy and his pivotal role in shaping the visual language of his era.
Artist Name: Katsushika Hokusai

Artwork Name: Goten-Yama Hill

Shinagawa on the Tokaido

Artwork Date: 1833-1834

Artist Nationality: Japanese

Artistic Style or Movement: Ukiyo-e

Genre: Landscape

Period: Edo period

Medium: Woodblock print

Technique: Polychrome ink on paper

Cultural and Geographic Context: Japan

Edo period

Thematic or Conceptual Context: Depiction of everyday life and landscapes

Artist's Intent and Context: To capture the beauty of Japanese landscapes and scenes along the Tokaido road

Formal elements and Composition: Bold lines

use of color

and composition to create depth and perspective.

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