A Medicine Case Upon a Fan 1798

Katsushika Hokusai, renowned for his woodblock prints, created this artwork titled "A Medicine Case Upon a Fan" in 1798. The print features a simple composition, depicting a black medicine case with a delicate floral pattern resting on a folded fan, all against a light background. The intricate detail and elegant simplicity of the design are characteristic of Hokusai's artistic style. This piece, now held in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artist's talent for capturing the essence of everyday objects, making them both visually appealing and evocative of Japanese culture.