Totsuka 1810

"Totsuka" is a woodblock print by Katsushika Hokusai, created in 1810. This small-scale print, measuring just 4 3/8 × 4 1/8 in. (11.1 × 10.5 cm), depicts a scene of daily life in Japan, showing a man bathing in a wooden tub while another relaxes on a platform, fanning himself. A woman sits on the steps below, apparently tending to the fire. Hokusai was a prolific artist known for his detailed depictions of landscapes and everyday life, particularly in his later years. This small print exemplifies his ability to capture a moment of quiet intimacy within the bustling urban environment of Edo-era Japan.