The artwork titled “Dragon,” created by the renowned artist Katsushika Hokusai, is a prime example of the Ukiyo-e art movement, categorized within the genre of mythological painting.
The artwork depicts a majestic and intricate dragon, coiled and poised against a vivid red background. The dragon’s form is meticulously rendered, with scales that display a gradient of earthy tones, contrasting against the surrounding waves that encircle it. The waves, painted in hues of blue and white, add a sense of dynamic movement to the piece, suggesting a powerful and ethereal atmosphere. The detailed expression of the dragon, including its fierce eyes and sinuous body, embodies the mythical and awe-inspiring qualities often attributed to such creatures in Japanese folklore.
