If you could have dinner with any artist, who would it be?
Mount Fuji sets the scene for a soba-fueled dinner party like no other. You might recognize The Great Wave, but what else do you know about the visionary who was Katsushika Hokusai? Light your lanterns and prepare to paint Edo-period Japan in Prussian blue—it’s time to face your laughing demons as you piece together the artists, artworks, and surroundings that bring this prolific artist’s world to life.
Did you know that Hokusai was the first artist to use the term “manga?” Or that he often swapped out paintbrushes for less conventional tools like mops or chicken feet? Twenty interesting facts about the stunning scene illustrated on this puzzle are hidden right inside. Take up the challenge of this 1000-piece puzzle and then lift the lid to reveal Hokusai’s unique story.
The Dinner Date jigsaw series is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of history’s most famous artists, from Frida Kahlo to Vincent van Gogh. Each completed puzzle measures 27” × 19”, made up of high-quality pieces that won’t fray, along with a full-color poster.
For ages 10+
Contributors
Iratxe López de Munáin
Author
Iratxe López de Munáin is an illustrator based in Barcelona. She has a passion for drawing and for bringing curious characters to life in vibrant and colorful scenes. Her clients include Apple, HP, Penguin Random House, and Scholastic, and she also runs her own workshops. Her artwork for the Dinner with Monet jigsaw puzzle earned her a 2022 American Illustration Award. She is the illustrator of The Artist Box: Claude Monet. Follow her on Instagram @iratxedemunain.
