This is The Dragon of Smoke Escaping from Mt. Fuji, by Katsushika Hokusai. In the billowing smoke near the mountain top, there is the silhouette of a dancing dragon flying towards the heavens. The warm yellow glow of the landscape reminds me of the sun. This piece has a fierce elegance that sets my soul on fire. Once again, Hokusai has managed to wow me.
I love the simplicity of this piece. The black coming up behind the mountain looks like smoke. It give it a mysterious feel.
ReplyDeleteA dragon surrounded by black cloud ascending into the heavens above the mighty Mt. Fuji, is an propitious one, symbolizing success in life. The contrast between the geometrical form of the mountain and the sinuous curves of the black clouds and dragon represents a type of composition characteristic of Hokusai.
ReplyDeleteyes Hannah i agree that the smoke coming from behind the mountains does give this piece a mysterious feel. it makes me wonder where the smoke is coming from and what is causng it all. even though the piece is simple it is still very strong
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