The image depicts large waves threatening boaters off the coast of the town. The great wave off kanagawa (1830-1833), also known as the great wave is a woodblock print by the Japanese artist Hokusai. Copies of the print are in many collections, including the Metropolitan Museum Of Art in New York city and the British museum in London. Luna features this historical artwork on a 13 scale length soprano body shape and shows strong craftsmanship using mahogany wood for the back, sides, top and neck. The pearl dot inlays are just icing on the cake! This masterpiece can now be in your own personal ukulele collection. Join the Luna Tribe!.