The Lament of the Fisherman's Wife

"The Fisherman's Wife" is a traditional Japanese woodblock print by Hokusai that depicts a woman anxiously pleading with a sea spirit, likely a dragon or marine deity, requesting her husband's safety. The artwork captures themes of vulnerability, desire, and the powerful connection between humans and nature. Through vivid imagery and dynamic composition, it illustrates her emotional turmoil and dependence on the sea's unpredictable forces, reflecting societal and spiritual beliefs about nature's dominance and the personal sacrifices made by those living close to the ocean.