feminine wave hokusai

feminine wave hokusaiThe changing aspect of the liquid element fascinated Katsushika Hokusai. Through this representation of a wave mixing several shades of blue and lighter shades corresponding to the foam, he seizes a moment that will remain frozen forever. The viewer's gaze is engulfed in the intimacy of this breaking wave, whose darker tones evoke an infinite depth. Unquestionably feminine, the overall shape, rather ovoid and enveloping, forms a protective cocoon, in

The entire composition

further accentuating the duality between nature and industry

the touches of colour on the bodies are singular and specific to the artist

for the colour scheme

The solitude anchored between them fills the void to better unite them

communicates through a symbolism that is more expressive than descriptive all while expressing abstraction

The contrast between the bright colours of the flowers and the cloudy sky adds a poetic dimension to the scene

from the front

then it becomes pink or gray

powerful and imposing

dominated by shades of blue

The whiteness of the sheets as a breakthrough of hope illuminates the uncertainties governing the human condition of loving hearts