Pespective Print- Scene of the Night Attack in the Play -The Forty-seven Rōnin- c. 1781 - 1789

"Perspective Print - Scene of the Night Attack in the Play - The Forty-seven Rōnin -" is a woodblock print created by the renowned Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai around 1781-1789. This dynamic artwork depicts a scene from the famous play "The Forty-seven Rōnin," a tale of loyalty and revenge. The print's dramatic perspective and detailed figures bring the action to life, making it a captivating example of ukiyo-e, a genre of Japanese woodblock prints that flourished in the Edo period. This piece highlights Hokusai's early style and his mastery of this popular art form.