Woman with Fan in Checked Kimono (c. 1830–1850) — Katsushika Hokusai
Grace caught in a glance. This elegant ukiyo-e image shows a full-length figure in a bold checked kimono, turning left with a poised fan in her right hand. Pattern, pose, and quiet line do the talking—refined, balanced, unmistakably Edo.
Why it captivates
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Ukiyo-e poise — crisp contour and flowing fabric rhythms.
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Graphic pattern — the check design reads beautifully across a room.
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Gestural grace — fan and stance suggest movement without fuss.
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Timeless palette — calm neutrals with restrained colour notes suit any interior.
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Iconic authorship — Hokusai’s sure line beyond the famous wave.
What you’ll see
A standing woman, seen full-length, body angled to the left. She holds a folding fan; the checked kimono drapes in layered folds, tied with an obi. Hair is neatly dressed; ground and backdrop are kept spare so silhouette, pattern, and gesture take centre stage.
A richer historical frame
Made in the late Edo period, Hokusai’s figure prints sit alongside his landscapes, bringing the ukiyo-e ideal—clarity of line, pattern, and everyday elegance—to bijin-ga (portraits of beauties). The simplicity is deliberate: a few decisive shapes, a mood of poised modernity.
Choose your finish
🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp linework, minimal glare.
💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for busy spaces.
🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for gentle tones and fine gradation.
🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
Size (W × H)
624 × 841 mm (approx. 24.57 × 33.11 in)
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Orientation: Portrait
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Aspect ratio: ~0.742 : 1 (≈ 3 : 4)
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Nearest standard frame: A1 (594 × 841 mm) — portrait
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Framing tips:
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Use an A1 frame with a custom mat window cut to ~620 × 837 mm (2–3 mm overlap).
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Contemporary: float-mount in A1 for a clean shadow gap and visible sheet edge.
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Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Woman with Fan in Checked Kimono |
| Artist | Katsushika Hokusai |
| Date | c. 1830–1850 (Edo period) |
| Technique | Ukiyo-e figure print (bijin-ga) |
| Print Size | 624 mm (W) × 841 mm (H) |
| Available Finishes | Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Timber Hang Rails, Canvas, Canvas + Timber Hang Rails |
| Paper Weight | 160 gsm archival matte |
| Laminate | 2 × 80-micron gloss (true encapsulation) |
| Canvas Weight | 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Inks | Pigment-based, fade-resistant |
| Optional Hang Rails | Natural timber, lacquered; fitted hanging cord (allow up to 10 working days) |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
Who it’s for
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Japanophiles & design lovers
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Stylists seeking calm, graphic elegance
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Collectors of ukiyo-e and Edo-era imagery
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Gift-givers after a refined, timeless classic
Our Commitment
Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.
Let Hokusai’s quiet elegance grace your space—order your Woman with Fan print today.
