Experience "The Laughing Hannya (Warai-hannya)" in
elegant gallery style with our framed canvas print. This premium presentation
pairs the texture of canvas with a sophisticated frame, creating a
museum-quality display piece ready to enhance your space.
About the Artwork
"The Laughing Hannya" is a chilling woodblock
print from Hokusai's renowned "One Hundred Ghost Stories" series,
crafted circa 1830. This iconic piece captures the terrifying fusion of two
fearsome yokai: the hannya (a jealous female demon) and the yamanba (a mountain
witch). Hokusai's meticulous artistry brings to life a nightmarish creature
devouring an infant, its face contorted in a maniacal grin. The master's
innovative composition divides the scene with a crescent arc, separating the
mortal realm from the supernatural. Through his careful portrayal, Hokusai
invites us to confront the darker aspects of human nature and the ever-present
threat of malevolent forces. The stark contrast between the mundane and the
horrific enhances the print's unsettling quality, creating a visceral response
in viewers. Whether you're a folklore enthusiast or an admirer of macabre art,
"The Laughing Hannya" captures the essence of Japanese supernatural
horror and the profound unease it can inspire.
Print Details:
Our framed canvas print enhances the nightmarish elements of
Hokusai's "The Laughing Hannya (Warai-hannya)" with a sophisticated
frame that perfectly complements the artwork's dramatic intensity. The rich
canvas texture brings the woodblock art to life while the carefully selected
frame adds a refined finishing touch that elevates the entire piece. Available
in black, natural wood, or dark brown frame options to match your décor
preferences and accentuate the artwork's haunting atmosphere.
Features:
Canvas
made with FSC-certified wood stretcher bars and cotton-polyester blend
(300-350gsm, 350-400 microns)
Frame
crafted from FSC-certified wood
Frame
width: 9-14mm (0.35"-0.55") with 12mm (0.45") gap between
canvas and frame
Frame
thickness: 42mm (1.65") in North America, 32mm (1.26") in Europe
Bring the chilling essence of Japanese supernatural horror
into your space with this elegantly framed slice of artistic mastery.
This Framed Canvas Print is made especially for you when you
place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it. Making
products on demand instead of in bulk reduces overproduction and waste, so
thank you for making a thoughtful purchasing decision!
