ElmonX The Great Wave off Kanagawa, from the series ’36 Views of Mt. Fuji’ | Katsushika Hokusai, (1760–1849)

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4 min readJun 5, 2023

One unique digital collectible will be released exclusively at ElmonX on Thursday, June 8th, at 9AM PT.

ElmonX The Great Wave off Kanagawa, from the series ’36 Views of Mt. Fuji’ | Katsushika Hokusai

The Great Wave off Kanagawa, from the series ’36 Views of Mt. Fuji’ | Katsushika Hokusai makes up the inaugural piece in the series by ElmonX.

About Katsushika Hokusai

Katsushika Hokusai (1760–1849) was a renowned Japanese ukiyo-e artist known for his influential woodblock prints, including the iconic “Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji” series. His art had a significant impact on Western art, particularly the Impressionist movement in Europe.

Hokusai, born in Edo (now Tokyo), started as a woodblock engraver apprentice. He excelled in various genres, but his landscape prints, highlighting nature’s beauty and featuring Mount Fuji, gained him the most acclaim. “The Great Wave off Kanagawa,” one of Hokusai’s famous prints, showcases his mastery of composition, line work, and use of color. His bold brushstrokes, attention to detail, and intricate depictions of natural elements defined his artistic style.

Hokusai’s prints captivated European artists like Van Gogh and Monet, leaving a lasting impact on the development of modern art. His unique style, focused on capturing nature’s ephemeral beauty, continues to inspire artists today. Hokusai created thousands of prints and illustrations, constantly refining his skills and experimenting with new techniques. His dedication to his craft and ability to capture nature’s essence established him as a highly influential and beloved artist in Japanese art history.

About The Great Wave off Kanagawa, from the series ’36 Views of Mt. Fuji’

“The Great Wave off Kanagawa” is a powerful and iconic woodblock print from Hokusai’s series “Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji.” It depicts a towering tsunami wave overshadowing three boats, while Mount Fuji stands in the background. The composition emphasizes the insignificance of humans compared to the might of nature. Hokusai’s masterful use of color, particularly the vibrant indigo of the wave, adds depth and intensity. The intricate details of the waves and the delicate depiction of Mount Fuji showcase Hokusai’s technical skill. This masterpiece captures the harmony and contrasts of the natural world, leaving a lasting impact and becoming a symbol of Japanese art.

ElmonX The Great Wave off Kanagawa, from the series ’36 Views of Mt. Fuji’

336 Digital Collectables will be available for purchase for £95.00 via credit card only, available via Public Sale.

ElmonX | The Great Wave off Kanagawa, from the series ’36 Views of Mt. Fuji’

Key Information

Public Sale: Thursday, 8th June 9AM PT

Price: £95.00
Editions: 336 (30 Reserved)
License: Bridgeman Images
Available: Globally at ElmonX

Drop Page: elmonxplus.com

How to Purchase (public sale)

The NFT collection is available for access at https://elmonxplus.com/ on a first-come, first-served basis. Each person is entitled to purchase two NFTs per person.

As you proceed with the checkout process, you will need to provide your Ethereum (ETH) address, you will be airdropped the NFT within 5 working days.

Please note that ElmonX cannot be held responsible if you mistakenly enter an incorrect ETH address during checkout.

Additional Information

ElmonX will retain mints 1–5 and 25 other randomly assigned mints.

The distribution of mint editions is random and not based on the order of purchase.

ElmonX 3D / Augmented Reality

The purchase of The Great Wave unlocks exclusive access to view your NFT in augmented reality by connecting your wallet to ElmonX.com. This feature is only accessible to holders of the NFT. Holders can scan a barcode to view the AR / 3D NFT on mobile as well as desktop.

About Bridgeman Images

ElmonX have partnered with Bridgeman Images with explicit permission to bring The Great Wave into the NFT world using an ultra hi-resolution image of The Great Wave, with incredible detailing unseen to the naked eye.

Bridgeman are the world’s leading specialists in the distribution of art, cultural and historical images, and footage for reproduction. With 50 years’ experience providing images from the most prestigious museums, collections, and artists.

Their collection of assets spans centuries, specialisms, geographies, and mediums including contemporary and fine art, photography, textiles, sculpture, maps, documentary footage and more.

Note: Open Sea and other secondary marketplaces may compress the hi-resolution quality in the 3D viewer they provide. The Great Wave will show hi-resolution in the ElmonX viewer and AR format.

Secondary Market Fees

A 10% secondary market fee will be applied to The Great Wave in the secondary market. Additional fees may be applied by external marketplaces such as Open Sea.

Ecology x ElmonX (climate action)

ElmonX will plant a tree for every sale made. You can view our virtual forest here: https://ecologi.com/ElmonX

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ElmonX collaborates with top artists and brands to create collections of limited edition, high quality, exclusively licensed digital collectibles.