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Hokusai woodcut - Cuckoo and Azalea
Reproduction of a woodcut by Katsushika Hokusai (1760 - 1849) entitled: Cuckoo and Azalea. Date: circa early 19th century
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Azalea Blooms Blossom Cuckoo Flies Hokusai Katsushika Woodcut
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introduce a touch of Japanese artistry into your home or office with our stunning Hokusai Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite reproduction showcases Katsushika Hokusai's timeless masterpiece, "Cuckoo and Azalea." Dating back to the early 19th century, this woodcut art piece features the iconic cuckoo bird perched gracefully amongst vibrant azalea blooms. The intricate details and rich colors bring the beauty of traditional Japanese art to life. Add this captivating print to your space for a pop of culture and a daily dose of inspiration.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Cuckoo and Azalea
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is a captivating woodcut print by the renowned Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai, created circa early 19th century. This exquisite work of art showcases the harmonious coexistence of nature's most beautiful elements - the cuckoo bird and the azalea flowers. The print begins with a vibrant display of azalea blooms, their rich pink and red hues spreading across the canvas like a painter's dream. The intricate details of the azalea petals, each one unique in shape and size, are meticulously captured in the woodcut. The delicate blossoms are set against a backdrop of lush green leaves, creating a stunning contrast that represents the essence of springtime in Japan. The cuckoo bird, a symbol of the changing seasons and new beginnings, flies gracefully above the azalea bush. Its distinctive call, a harbinger of spring, adds to the overall charm of the print. The bird's feathers are expertly rendered, with each feather's texture and contour brought to life through Hokusai's masterful use of woodblock printing techniques. The interplay of negative and positive space in the print is another testament to Hokusai's artistic prowess. The intricate patterns of the azalea flowers, the delicate wings of the cuckoo, and the interwoven branches of the bush all come together to create a visually stunning composition that is both intricate and harmonious. This woodcut print, "Cuckoo and Azalea," is a beautiful representation of the natural world and the changing seasons, as well as a testament to Hokusai's unparalleled skill as a woodblock printmaker. It is a must-have for any art collection, and a reminder of the enduring beauty and power of nature.
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