HOKUSAI KATSUSHIKA, Manga n. 83, 1834 sculture The decorative elegance of the

The decorative elegance of the horse and the mountain on the right stands in contrast to the tense mix of contrasts on the left

The geometric and chromatic decorations on the face refer to a symbolic language linked to protection and belonging

the poet sits thoughtfully on the shore

Sculpted and pigmented African mahogany statue from Uganda

HOKUSAI KATSUSHIKA, Manga n. 83, 1834 sculture The decorative elegance of theDelicate proof in a version dating back to the second half of the 19th century. Printed on Japanese paper. In perfect condition, with a small margin all around. Bibliography M. Forrer, Manga, Hazan Eds, 2014 J. A. Michener, Hokusai sketch books, Rutland and Tokyo, 1958 G. C. Calza, Hokusai, the old madman of painting, Exhibition Catalog Milan 1999 2000, London, 2003 M. Forrer, Hokusai, prints and drawings, London, 1991 J. Hillier, The art of Hokusai