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The Works: Katsushika Hokusai: The Essential Masterpieces (Not yet published)

AUTHOR Grant, Sally
PUBLISHER Smith Street Books (02/17/2026)
PRODUCT TYPE Hardcover (Hardcover)

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Explore the life and art of Katsushika Hokusai through fifty of his most important works.

Part of a brand-new series celebrating the works of great artists, The Works: Katsushika Hokusai is a stunning exploration of the iconic visions of a master printmaker whose influence transcends time.

This volume presents fifty of the legendary artist's most iconic pieces in a striking, high-design book format. From the towering crest of The Great Wave off Kanagawa to the crisp serenity of Cranes and the fiery hues of Fine Wind, Clear Morning, each image is accompanied by insightful analysis and biographical context from acclaimed art historian Sally Grant that unpacks the techniques, themes, and cultural significance behind Hokusai's enduring legacy.

Perfect for budding and seasoned art lovers, or anyone looking for a beautiful, bold book to adorn their shelves or coffee table, this volume is an essential tribute to a trailblazing icon of nineteenth-century art.

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ISBN-13: 9781923239746
ISBN-10: 1923239740
Binding: Hardback or Cased Book (Sewn)
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 208
Carton Quantity: 24
Weight: 1.25 pound(s)
Country of Origin: CN
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Art | Individual Artists - Monographs
Art | Asian - Japanese
Art | History - 18th Century
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Explore the life and art of Katsushika Hokusai through fifty of his most important works.

Part of a brand-new series celebrating the works of great artists, The Works: Katsushika Hokusai is a stunning exploration of the iconic visions of a master printmaker whose influence transcends time.

This volume presents fifty of the legendary artist's most iconic pieces in a striking, high-design book format. From the towering crest of The Great Wave off Kanagawa to the crisp serenity of Cranes and the fiery hues of Fine Wind, Clear Morning, each image is accompanied by insightful analysis and biographical context from acclaimed art historian Sally Grant that unpacks the techniques, themes, and cultural significance behind Hokusai's enduring legacy.

Perfect for budding and seasoned art lovers, or anyone looking for a beautiful, bold book to adorn their shelves or coffee table, this volume is an essential tribute to a trailblazing icon of nineteenth-century art.

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