Poem by Chōnagon Yakamochi (1835-1836) by Katsushika Hokusai. Archival Print on Museum Quality Matte Paper. Premium Wood Framed Wall Art. Original Aspect Ratio

Katsushika Hokusai's "Poem by Chōnagon Yakamochi" (1835-1836) is a masterful example of ukiyo-e, a genre that captures the ephemeral beauty of the floating world. Hokusai, one of Japan's most celebrated artists, was born in 1760 in Edo (now Tokyo), a city bustling with cultural and commercial vitality. His life spanned a period of significant social change, as Japan was on the cusp of opening to Western influences.

Hokusai's work is characterized by its dynamic composition, meticulous detail, and innovative use of color, which he employed to convey the philosophical notion of mono no aware—an awareness of the transience of things. In "Poem by Chōnagon Yakamochi," part of his renowned series "One Hundred Poets," Hokusai illustrates a waka poem by Yakamochi, a court poet from the Nara period. The artwork depicts a serene landscape that reflects the poem's themes of nature and impermanence.

Using woodblock printing techniques, Hokusai achieved a harmonious balance between line and color, capturing the essence of the poem's emotional depth. The piece stands as a testament to Hokusai's ability to blend literary and visual art, offering viewers a profound meditation on the fleeting beauty of life. The original print is held in various collections, with examples in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and the British Museum, underscoring its enduring significance in both Eastern and Western art history.
Artist Name: Katsushika Hokusai

Artwork Name: Poem by Chōnagon Yakamochi

Artwork Date: 1835-1836

Artist Nationality: Japanese

Artistic Style or Movement: Edo period art

Genre: Ukiyo-e

Period: Edo period

Medium: Woodblock print

Technique: Polychrome woodblock printing

Cultural and Geographic Context: Japan

Thematic or Conceptual Context: Japanese poetry and literature

Artist's Intent and Context: To depict the poem of Chōnagon Yakamochi through visual art

Formal elements and Composition: Use of line

color

and composition typical of ukiyo-e prints.

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