The Great Synthwave, the second of our variations on The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Katsushika Hokusai, add credence to the idea that the original woodblock print may be “the most reproduced image in the history of all art.”
An imposing showcase of nature’s dominion over man, the original Hokusai was created in late 1831 during the Edo period of Japanese history. It revolutionised the form through its ground-breaking use of Prussian blue and has been imitated ad infinitum in the centuries since, in everything from emoji to blouses and banknotes.
This loving homage brings a third dimension to the piece, achieved through the use of seven stacked layers of sustainably-sourced and hand-dyed birch ply – that are then painted and engraved – and adds a bold modern twist seen in the neon colour scheme and the addition of an Eastern-inspired sun behind the wave itself.
Formats / Options
Although we also stock several other variations, The Great Synthwave is only available in landscape orientation, measuring 325mm high by 275mm wide, with an approximate depth of 21mm across its seven total layers.
An optional protective plate made of clear 3mm acrylic can be affixed to the front of the piece with several beautiful brass screws, the better to prevent dust ingress and accidental damage.
Other
Please note that the pictures illustrating this listing are of a single specimen of The Great Synthwave, and while we take measures to ensure consistency from one run to another, you can expect your item to feature some slight variance. But that, in no small part, is what makes these pieces so special: the uniqueness of the natural wood grain and the consequential intensity of the stains and dyes we apply means that every completed piece we produce truly is one-of-a-kind.
Plans are available in the shop if you fancy trying your hand at making your own version of The Great Synthwave. You may also be interested in our variations on Hokusai’s incredible artwork, such as Sun of The Great Wave and The Great Wave in its original form, or our other natural landscapes, like Aye to the Sky.
The Great Synthwave, the second of our variations on The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Katsushika Hokusai, add credence to the idea that the original woodblock print may be “the most reproduced image in the history of all art.”
An imposing showcase of nature’s dominion over man, the original Hokusai was created in late 1831 during the Edo period of Japanese history. It revolutionised the form through its ground-breaking use of Prussian blue and has been imitated ad infinitum in the centuries since, in everything from emoji to blouses and banknotes.
This loving homage brings a third dimension to the piece, achieved through the use of seven stacked layers of sustainably-sourced and hand-dyed birch ply – that are then painted and engraved – and adds a bold modern twist seen in the neon colour scheme and the addition of an Eastern-inspired sun behind the wave itself.
Formats / Options
Although we also stock several other variations, The Great Synthwave is only available in landscape orientation, measuring 325mm high by 275mm wide, with an approximate depth of 21mm across its seven total layers.
An optional protective plate made of clear 3mm acrylic can be affixed to the front of the piece with several beautiful brass screws, the better to prevent dust ingress and accidental damage.
Other
Please note that the pictures illustrating this listing are of a single specimen of The Great Synthwave, and while we take measures to ensure consistency from one run to another, you can expect your item to feature some slight variance. But that, in no small part, is what makes these pieces so special: the uniqueness of the natural wood grain and the consequential intensity of the stains and dyes we apply means that every completed piece we produce truly is one-of-a-kind.
Plans are available in the shop if you fancy trying your hand at making your own version of The Great Synthwave. You may also be interested in our variations on Hokusai’s incredible artwork, such as Sun of The Great Wave and The Great Wave in its original form, or our other natural landscapes, like Aye to the Sky.
