Marks & Spencer
East End Prints The Great Wave Off Kanagawa Framed Art Print White
£75
+ additional colours and finishes available at Marks & Spencer
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Description
This framed print from East End Prints depicts one of the most famous images from Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai. It showcases the awesome power of nature and comes with a wooden frame for hanging ease.
Our Stylist Says
This print offers a striking focal point, especially for modern or minimalist interiors, where its bold waves and clean frame can add visual interest without clutter. I love how it balances tradition with contemporary style, making it versatile for living rooms, bedrooms, or even home offices. To style it effectively, consider pairing with neutral or monochrome colour schemes that allow the artwork to stand out, or match it with other ocean-inspired or Japanese-themed decor for a cohesive look. For added impact, hang it at eye level against a plain wall or create a gallery wall with other art pieces for a curated feel. The white frame lends itself well to both classic and contemporary interiors, offering a clean finish that complements a variety of colour palettes.
Anaya Kapoor
Flitch Interior Stylist
Dimensions
Dimensions can be found on Marks & Spencer's website here
About Marks & Spencer
History and Expansion
Marks and Spencer, often lovingly called "Marks and Sparks" or "M&S", has been a staple in the UK market since its founding in 1884. Over the years, the brand has seen tremendous growth, with 1,064 stores across the UK and an additional 406 locations worldwide as of 2023.
Historically, M&S was celebrated for its commitment to selling British-made goods, pioneering the "St Michael" brand in 1928 which honoured its co-founder Michael Marks.
As they grew, M&S maintained its reputation for quality, fair value, and innovative customer policies, even allowing returns with full cash refunds regardless of purchase date.
Clothing & Home Business Endeavours
In recent years, M&S has focused on modernising its Clothing & Home business, striving to offer contemporary, stylish products that resonate with their 22 million customers.
A noteworthy move was their acquisition of Jaeger in 2021, a brand that shares a founding year with M&S. Under M&S's umbrella, Jaeger remains an independent brand, renowned for its timeless elegance, and is now available on M&S's website and in select M&S stores across the UK and Ireland.
Sustainability and Innovations
Throughout its existence, Marks and Spencer has demonstrated commitment to improving customer experience and sustainability.
In the 1950s, they introduced hygiene training for canteen staff, and by the 1960s had implemented thermostatically controlled refrigerators for enhanced energy efficiency.
M&S has been at the forefront of many retail innovations, from introducing "sell by dates" in the early '70s to enhance food quality, to banning smoking in all their stores as early as 1959 due to fire hazards.
The brand's long standing dedication to quality, customer relations, and sustainability remains evident in their practices today.
