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Original Katsushika Hokusai Woodblock: Samurai Cavalry Charge (Manga Vol. 9) - London Gallery
$475.00 AUD
A curated acquisition by Fox & Wedge.
This striking diptych is a verified original woodblock print by Katsushika Hokusai (1760–1849), the master of the Ukiyo-e genre.
Drawn from Volume 9 of the famous Hokusai Manga (Kyu-hen), this piece captures a chaotic and thrilling moment of samurai warfare. The scene depicts two mounted warriors galloping through a hail of falling arrows, while foot soldiers with pikes swarm in the foreground. It perfectly exemplifies Hokusai’s genius for capturing motion and kinetic energy in a static medium.
Unlike many floating prints, this piece comes with exceptional provenance, having been sourced and certified by the reputable Japanese Gallery on Kensington Church Street, London.
Provenance & Framing:
- Certified Authentic: The piece retains its original certification label from the Japanese Gallery (London), confirming the artist, publication volume, and publisher (Toheki-do).
- Classic Presentation: The artwork is presented in a sleek, black gallery frame that accentuates the bold ink lines of the print.
- Float Mounting: The diptych is float-mounted to reveal the edges of the antique paper, highlighting the texture and history of the washi.
Details:
- Artist: Katsushika Hokusai (1760–1849)
- Source: Hokusai Manga Kyu-hen (Volume 9)
- Subject: Warriors in Battle / Cavalry Charge
- Publisher: Toheki-do (Eirakuya Toshiro)
- Period: c. 1819–1878 (Edo/Meiji printing)
- Provenance: Japanese Gallery, Kensington, UK
A dynamic piece of Japanese martial history with established London provenance. An ideal statement piece for a collector of samurai history or fine graphic art.