The Great Wave off Kanagawa (c.1831) by Katsushika Hokusai shows fragile fishing boats caught beneath a towering wave, moments before it crashes, while Mount Fuji sits calm in the distance. The image contrasts human vulnerability with the overwhelming power of nature, capturing a split second between survival and destruction. Both a symbol of impermanence and endurance, the print reflects Japan’s relationship with the natural world and remains one of the most powerful images ever made about humanity’s limits.
Our premium matte paper is heavier-weight, white, and features a smooth, uncoated finish that feels luxuriously soft to the touch:
Paper Finishing: Matte, smooth, non-reflective surface.
Paper Weight: 200 gsm (80 lb), thickness: 0.26 mm (10.3 mils).
Sustainable Paper: FSC-certified or equivalent paper for sustainability.
Available Sizes: 29 sizes in inches (US&CA) and cms (rest of the world).
Learn about paper types and their unique textures and finishes here.
