Katsushika Hokusai (1760–1849) spent his entire long life in pursuit of artistic mastery — and produced some of the most recognisable images in the history of world art along the way. The Great Wave off Kanagawa alone has become one of the most reproduced artworks ever created. The Japanese ukiyo-e master's bold outlines, flat planes of colour, and extraordinary compositional skill made his work immediately appealing to Western audiences when it was first introduced to Europe in the 19th century, directly influencing the Impressionists. In cross stitch form, Hokusai's graphic clarity and bold palette translate into designs that are both visually striking and deeply satisfying to stitch. Browse our Katsushika Hokusai cross stitch kit collection and find everything from The Great Wave to his iconic landscape and floral series — available as premium cross stitch kits or instant download PDF patterns.
