De kussen schelp 1821

*De kussen schelp* (The Kissing Shell) is a woodblock print created in 1821 by Katsushika Hokusai, a renowned Japanese artist known for his iconic *Great Wave* print. This work depicts a still life arrangement of various objects, including a book, a small box, and a cup resting on a piece of paper. The image demonstrates Hokusai's mastery of detail and intricate compositions, characteristic of his ukiyo-e style. The *De kussen schelp* is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.