Hokusai: Shunga focuses on the erotic prints of Katsushika Hokusai, placing them within the broader context of Edo‑period visual culture. Andreas Marks introduces the social and artistic world in which these images circulated, then presents full‑color reproductions with close attention to detail, humor, and symbolism. The book treats shunga as serious art and historical document, while acknowledging the explicitness that kept it marginal for so long.

WHY WE PICKED IT
Because it offers a focused, well‑researched look at a side of Hokusai’s work that is often mentioned but rarely shown in depth. Hokusai: Shunga is a strong pick for readers interested in Japanese printmaking, erotic art history, and the less sanitized corners of the canon.

DETAILS
• Author: Andreas Marks
• Publisher: Taschen
• Publication Date: October 8, 2025
• Format: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9783836596282
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