Lego - Lego Art - Let yourself be carried away by Hokusai's iconic Great Wave of Kanagawa.

By Mulder, 02 january 2023

Relax and enjoy the construction of Lego Art Hokusai: The Great Wave in this creative tribute to the internationally renowned print and masterpiece of cultural significance in Japan and around the world.
 
Billund, January 2, 2023 - One of the most recognizable and influential Japanese works of art of all time is still making waves around the world with Lego® Art Hokusai: The Great Wave. The Lego ® Group pays tribute to this global masterpiece and its two centuries of history by reimagining it in brick form, offering art and Japanese culture lovers the opportunity to immerse themselves in a relaxing construction perfect for display at home.
 

 Since Katsushika Hokusai drew the original print of 'The Great Wave' in the early 1830s, the image has graced the walls of museums, inspired musicians and been reproduced in street art or on many everyday objects around the world. The image depicts Mount Fuji, Japan's iconic mountain, behind a large wave crashing over boats.
 
The artwork has now been reimagined by Lego Group designers in a new 1,810-brick Lego Art board, featuring multiple layers as well as elements of different shapes to represent the line and depth of Hokusai's original artwork.
 
"We are delighted that fans of Japanese art and culture will have the opportunity to dive into the iconic Great Wave with this Lego Art product," said Annemette Baaskjær Nielsen, LEGO Group designer. "This set offers many ways to relax and find your stride. It's not just about immersing yourself in the building process, but also about rediscovering the artwork and its composition. We want to generate interest in Hokusai's iconic print and its 200-year history." 
 

According to the "Play Well 2022" study, more than one in 10 adults feel stressed on a regular basis (93%) and 80% of them are looking for new ways to relax and unwind. Most (92%) want to relax through activities related to their hobbies and interests. 
 
Lego art and building enthusiasts can enjoy this new product while listening to the soundtrack and learning about the original artwork in the instruction booklet. The LEGO® Art Hokusai: The Great Wave product is a great escape. 
 
The 1,810-brick Lego Art Hokusai: The Great Wave is available from 1 January 2023 on LEGO.com and at Lego retailers
 

Product information: Lego Art Hokusai: The Great Wave (31208)
- Availability: January 1st 2023 on LEGO.com and at Lego retailers 
- Soundtrack: www.LEGO.com/qr/art/sound/31208   
- Product page: www.LEGO.com/themes/art/the-great-wave

You can discover the official photos on our Flickr page
 
For more information on the Play Well 2022 study, visit this page

(Source: press release)