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 sturdy wooden framed posters come ready to hang and are printed on heavyweight white matte paper with a smooth, luxurious finish—designed to stand the test of time:
Ready-to-hang: Includes hanging kit, ready to hang directly on the wall.
