HOKUSAI KATSUSHIKA, Manga n. 8, 1834 vasi a tangle of bodies can

a tangle of bodies can be seen (four wounded or fallen men

a  series of traditional houses with thatched roofs

makes such a view impossible)

this was considered a sign of good fortune for an abundant harvest

with its rectangular outline

HOKUSAI KATSUSHIKA, Manga n. 8, 1834 vasi a tangle of bodies canDelicate proof in an edition 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 for painting, Exhibition Catalog Milan 1999 2000, London, 2003 M. Forrer, Hokusai, prints and drawings, London, 1991 J. Hillier, The art of Hokusai