Schetsboek van Hokusai - derde deel 1849

This is the cover of Katsushika Hokusai's sketchbook, the third volume, completed in 1849, the year of his death. Hokusai was a prolific Japanese artist best known for his woodblock prints, but he also created many drawings and sketches. This sketchbook, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, contains examples of his work. The cover is a simple red with a label along the spine identifying the volume, providing a glimpse into the artist's creative process and offering insight into the evolution of his artistic style.