Hokusai Prints Sticker Book : A Collection of over 160 Removable Color Stickers by the Great Master

Hokusai, Katsushika (ILT); Studio, Tuttle (COM)

ISBN 10: 0804858284 / ISBN 13: 9780804858281

Published by Tuttle Publishing, 2025

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Hokusai Prints Sticker Book : A Collection of over 160 Removable Color Stickers by the Great Master
• Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
• Publication Date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0804858284
• ISBN 13: 9780804858281
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Hokusai, Katsushika
• Condition: As New

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Synopsis

The 160 stickers of woodblock prints and iconic art in this book span the full range of Hokusai's subjects—from serene landscapes and intricate nature studies to lively scenes of Kabuki actors, Samurai in battle and Yokai monsters and demons. These stylish stickers are perfect for decorating journals, scrapbooks, note cards, and adding an elegant touch to gifts of any kind!

Katsushika Hokusai's works are celebrated for their dynamic compositions, vibrant colors, and innovative use of perspective. His most famous series, "Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji," includes the iconic "The Great Wave off Kanagawa," showcasing his mastery in capturing the power and beauty of nature. Hokusai's oeuvre spans a wide range of subjects, from serene landscapes and intricate nature studies to lively scenes of daily life and detailed portraits of kabuki actors. Blending traditional Japanese techniques with Western influences, Hokusai's art remains influential and admired worldwide.

The dramatic Hokusai subjects included in this deluxe hardcover volume are:

• "Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji" — Hokusai's greatest work, featuring unusual views of Japan's sacred mountain, including the iconic "Great Wave off Kanagawa"
• "A Tour of Japan's Waterfalls" — Depicting Japan's scenic mountain waterfalls in dramatic compositions
• "Snow, Moon, and Flowers" — Sensual beauty and natural landscapes including
• "Kabuki Actors" — Leading actors of the day, depicting iconic characters from Japanese history
• Plus many more!

About the Author

Katsushika Hokusai was deeply dedicated to his craft, leading a life marked by continuous exploration and reinvention. Born in 1760 in Edo (now Tokyo), he began his journey in art as an apprentice to Katsukawa Shunsho, where he mastered the ukiyo-e style. Throughout his career, he created over 30,000 works, ranging from woodblock prints to sketches and book illustrations. He passed away on May 10, 1849, but his legacy endures, influencing countless artists and movements globally.

Tuttle Studio draws inspiration from the modern and traditional cultures of Asia to create its language workbooks and resources, journals, stationery, gift wrapping products and origami paper. It is a division of Tuttle Publishing, a leading publisher of books on the languages, history, art and cultures of Asia. The company was founded in 1832 in Rutland, Vermont (USA) and opened a branch in Tokyo, Japan in 1948.