Better Know the Great Wave | The Art Assignment | PBS Digital Studios

The video explores the iconic image of 'The Great Wave off Kanagawa' by Hokusai, detailing its cultural significance, historical context, and artistic influences. It discusses the print's creation during Japan's Edo period, its Western influences, and its rise to international fame. The video also examines the symbolism of the wave, its modern relevance in the context of climate change, and its impact on various art forms and artists worldwide.

What inspired Claude Debussy's orchestral work, Lemaire?

• A famous painting by Van Gogh

• The Great Wave by Hokusai

• A novel by Pearl Buck

• A traditional Japanese dance

What is the actual title of the artwork commonly known as 'The Great Wave'?

• Mount Fuji's Wave

• Under the Wave off Kanagawa

• The Great Tsunami

• The Wave of Edo

Who was the artist behind the creation of 'The Great Wave'?

• Claude Monet

• Katsushika Hokusai

• Edgar Degas

• Mary Cassatt

Which Western art technique is evident in 'The Great Wave'?

• Cubism

• Surrealism

• Impressionism

• Linear perspective

What event in 1896 helped increase the international fame of 'The Great Wave'?

• A major art exhibition in Tokyo

• The publication of a famous novel

• A tsunami in northern Japan

• The opening of a new museum

What does 'The Great Wave' symbolize in the context of nature?

• Human dominance over the sea

• The beauty of calm waters

• The power and unpredictability of nature

• The tranquility of Japanese landscapes

How is 'The Great Wave' relevant to contemporary discussions?

• It depicts the history of Japanese culture

• It symbolizes the impact of climate change

• It represents the rise of modern art

• It shows the evolution of painting techniques