Kishi Renzan / Family of tigers under the pine tree

This is a tiger painting with strong eyes, but the overall image is somewhat cute. Tigers of this era were drawn from the imagination, so apart from the pattern on its back, it has a very cat-like appearance.

Tags: Chinese Zodiac Sign, Tiger, tiger (Panthera tigris)

2022年11月5日

Kishi Chikudou / Reeds with fireflies

This work depicts fireflies resting on reeds, evoking the atmosphere of a summer night. The plainly painted water surface also has a cool feel to it.

Tags: latter half of the Edo period, modern times, modern times

2021年2月22日

Kishi Chikudou / Jicchosei / large hanging scroll

The Ten Longevity (Jicchosei) refers to the ten symbols of eternal youth and longevity: the sun, water, pine, crane, turtle, deer, and the herb of immortality, plus three of the following: mountain, cloud, moon, stone, and bamboo.

Tags: latter half of the Edo period, modern times, year round

2022年1月15日

Kishi Chikudou / Frozen willows shining at sunrise

It beautifully expresses the icy cold scenery is slowly melting in the morning sun.

Tags: closing days of the Tokugawa shogunate, modern times, modern times, small birds

2022年8月5日

Kimura Buzan / Tree peony

Perhaps sparrows are standing in the snow. The cute sparrows attract me and make me smile.

Tags: modern times, small birds

2022年11月11日

Kimura Buzan / Figs and a rooster

Kimura Buzan (1876-1942) is still known as one of the best colorists at the Japan Art Institute. His style of painting is elaborate and elegant and has an air of serenity.

Tags: modern times

2024年5月23日

Kikuchi Hobun / Chestnuts and a bird in the rain

A small bird may be searching for a place to shelter from the heavy rain in a sudden shower. This is a work that is so realistic that you can even hear the sound of the rain.

Tags: modern times, Shijo Faction (of the LDP), small birds

2021年2月15日

Kikuchi Hobun / Cherry blossoms and water birds

This painting depicts a peaceful nature scene that evokes the spring weather.

Tags: modern times

2024年6月13日

Kawanabe Kyosui / A flock of crows flying over the sea

This work is beautiful in its contrast between the powerful flock of crows and the gentle water surface. The crows are so vigorous that you can almost hear the sound of their wings and the water surface is calm, bathed in the morning sun. It is a work of outstanding skill.

Tags: modern times

2022年11月1日

Kawabata Ryushi / Japanese crane

This work depicts a Japanese crane, a symbol of longevity. The use of blotting and dry strokes is superb.

2020年5月23日