HOKUSAI It Was All Hokusai's Doing by Seigensha explores the creative genius of the world's most famous Japanese artist through approximately 400 works spanning his 90-year life. This comprehensive volume focuses on works that reveal the origins of modern manga and anime expressions, featuring concentrated lines, gag depictions, and anime-like styles that influenced contemporary visual culture.
The book includes all 102 illustrations from Fugaku Hyakkei (One Hundred Views of Mount Fuji), a masterpiece from Hokusai's later years when he called himself Gakyo-jin (The Mad Painting Man), alongside notable works including Chinsetsu Yumiharizuki, Shinpen Suikogaden, Hokusai Manga, and the phantom hand-painted Nisshin Joma-zu. Over his lifetime, Hokusai created over 30,000 works, moved 93 times, and used over 30 different artist names, embodying a free-spirited lifestyle that continues to inspire artists worldwide.
The book includes all 102 illustrations from Fugaku Hyakkei (One Hundred Views of Mount Fuji), a masterpiece from Hokusai's later years when he called himself Gakyo-jin (The Mad Painting Man), alongside notable works including Chinsetsu Yumiharizuki, Shinpen Suikogaden, Hokusai Manga, and the phantom hand-painted Nisshin Joma-zu. Over his lifetime, Hokusai created over 30,000 works, moved 93 times, and used over 30 different artist names, embodying a free-spirited lifestyle that continues to inspire artists worldwide.
Key Features
- Approximately 400 Hokusai works: Comprehensive collection spanning his entire career.
- All 102 Fugaku Hyakkei illustrations: Complete set from his later-years masterpiece.
- Origins of manga and anime expressions: Concentrated lines, gag depictions, and anime-like styles.
- Hokusai Manga included: Features works from this influential series.
- Phantom Nisshin Joma-zu: Includes the rare hand-painted work.
- 320 pages: Extensive visual and reading content.
| Format | B5 variant |
|---|---|
| Pages | 320 pages |
| Binding | Standard binding |
| Author | Katsushika Hokusai |
| Made in | Japan |
