The artwork titled “Cargo ship and wave” was crafted by the esteemed artist Katsushika Hokusai in the year 1805. This piece is associated with the Ukiyo-e art movement and falls under the genre of marina art.
The artwork depicts a dramatic scene wherein a cargo ship is caught amidst towering waves. Rendered in a monochrome palette, the composition skillfully captures the power and motion of the ocean, with the formidable waves appearing to engulf the fragile vessel. The intricate detailing and dynamic interplay of light and shadow evoke a sense of urgency and tension. Birds soar in the background, above the calm horizon that contrasts sharply with the tumultuous foreground. The composition is framed by a patterned border, adding a structured boundary to the otherwise chaotic marine scene.
