Schetsen van Hokusai - deel 8 1878

This is the cover of the eighth volume of Hokusai’s sketchbook, "The Hundred Poems of One Hundred Poets," which is housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. The text is in Japanese calligraphy and depicts the title of the volume. This work is a collection of sketches and drawings created by Hokusai, a renowned Japanese artist who lived from 1760 to 1849. The sketches offer a glimpse into his creative process and artistic style, demonstrating his versatility and mastery of various subjects, including landscapes, figures, and animals.