The artwork, titled “Manga,” is by the artist Katsushika Hokusai and belongs to the Ukiyo-e art movement. It is a part of the sketch and study genre and is included in the series “Hokusai Manga.” This piece is housed at the Guimet Museum in Paris, France.
This particular artwork features a dynamic scene with three figures engaged in various activities, seemingly in the midst of intense, physical labor. The figures are depicted in vigorous postures, with one individual appearing to be operating a large wooden apparatus, while the others engage in what looks like strenuous efforts close to the ground. The lines and forms are rendered with precision, capturing the movement and energy of the individuals. The scene is composed in a flow of motion, characteristic of Hokusai’s notable ability to depict the human form in action.
