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Description
"Waves and Birds" is an iconic woodblock print by Katsushika Hokusai, a master of 19th-century Japanese ukiyo-e. Created around 1830, this artwork embodies the fusion of nature and art in an explosion of movement and color.
The print showcases a series of tumultuous waves forming and crashing with impressive energy. Above the waves, seabirds gracefully glide, seeming to playfully navigate the unleashed elements below. See more
The waves are both abstract patterns and a powerful representation of the sea's might.
Hokusai mastered the printmaking technique to create a striking contrast between the meticulous details of the birds and the fury of the waves. The vibrant colors and precise contours enhance the dynamism of the scene.
This artwork symbolizes the duality of nature, both beautiful and formidable, and the ability of art to capture this duality. "Waves and Birds" is a celebration of the life and vitality of the ocean, as well as a contemplation of the fleeting nature of beauty and life.