Aridōshi Shrine c. 1801 - 1804

This woodblock print, titled "Aridōshi Shrine", depicts a procession of figures walking through a wooded area in the rain. Created by the renowned Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai, around 1801-1804, the work captures the atmospheric essence of a rainy day in Edo period Japan. The figures are depicted with meticulous detail, their clothing and expressions conveying the solemnity of the occasion. The dynamic diagonal lines of the rain falling through the trees emphasize the movement of the procession and create a sense of depth. The use of vibrant colors and the delicate lines of Hokusai's brushwork exemplify the refined aesthetic of ukiyo-e, the genre of Japanese woodblock prints.