Oiran, a special beautiful courtesan

Katsushika Hokusai’s ‘Oiran, a special beautiful courtesan’ is a masterpiece of the Edo period's Ukiyo-e style. This breathtaking landscape painting depicts a courtesan adorned in exquisite attire, surrounded by lush foliage and birds—a testament to Hokusai’s unparalleled skill in capturing beauty and tranquility. Known for his monumental ‘Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji,’ Hokusai revolutionized Ja

Katsushika Hokusai

Discover Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849), Japan's ukiyo-e master! Explore 'The Great Wave,' landscapes, manga & woodblock prints. Influenced Impressionism & more!