Katsushika Hokusai : cushion pine at aoyama

Katsushika Hokusai, one of the most celebrated Japanese painters, draughtsmen, and printmakers of the 19th century, created the iconic series Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji. Among the masterpieces is Cushion Pine at Aoyama, featuring a grand, ancient pine tree against the backdrop of Mount Fuji. This work exemplifies Hokusai’s unique ability to blend the majestic with the serene, capturing the essence of Japan’s natural beauty.