Hokusai. Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji

Mount Fuji has served as a profound source of inspiration within Japanese culture for centuries. This is vividly evident in Katsushika Hokusai’s renowned woodblock print series, Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji. Created between 1760 and 1849, this series masterfully documents the essence of 19th-century Japan. Hokusai, celebrated for his exceptional craftsmanship, captures the nation’s scenic landscapes, bustling cities, and natural serenity with unrivaled artistry. This collection, produced during the zenith of Hokusai's artistic career, embodies the elegance of ukiyo-e and has earned him international acclaim. His dedication to depicting Mount Fuji reflects not only his personal fascination but also the burgeoning trend of domestic tourism during the late Edo period. Travelers en route to the capital, Edo, now Tokyo, along the Tokaido road often admired the majestic view of the mountain, which consistently features as the backdrop in Hokusai’s series.With exquisite detail and vibrant color, Hokusai brings each unique scene to life, including the iconic print, Under the Great Wave off Kanagawa. This celebrated artwork has become a cherished piece within the annals of global art history. The series, in its entirety, is presented in a special XL edition that honors the original’s vivid hues and superb craftsmanship. This edition, echoing the Japanese binding tradition, includes the initial 36 scenes and an additional 10 that Hokusai later incorporated. Serving as an ideal companion to TASCHEN’s One Hundred Views of Edo and The Sixty-Nine Stations along the Kisokaido, this publication conveys an enthralling portrayal of Japan before industrialization, standing on its own as a magnificent tribute to the timeless art of woodblock printing.