Hokusai and Emotion

Hokusai Museum

Finished

Artists

Hokusai Katsushika

The fluctuating emotions of characters, whether in tragedy or comedy, are a central aspect of storytelling. During the Edo period, Hokusai's printed book illustrations vividly captured these emotions, collaborating with playwrights like Bakin Kyokutei and Tanehiko Yanagitei. Hokusai's popularity stemmed from detailed depictions and dynamic compositions, portraying a range of emotions from sadness to jubilation. This exhibition spotlights Hokusai's prints, emphasizing the diverse emotional expressions of characters like tears, astonishment, and happiness.

[Related Event]
Gallery Talk
Date: April 20 (Sat), May 4 (Sat), June 1 (Sat) 14:00-
*Free participation, admission ticket required.

Schedule

Apr 6 (Sat) 2024-Jun 9 (Sun) 2024