Artwork
A Mibu Kyōgen Play
A Mibu Kyōgen Play is an unspecified painting by Hyakusen. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
A Mibu Kyōgen Play is a painting created around 1750 by Japanese artist Hyakusen, who was active in the early to mid-18th century. The work is held in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a scene from a traditional Japanese theatrical performance, featuring two monkeys in a playful scene. One monkey sits on a rope while the other hangs upside down, capturing a moment of dynamic interaction.
Technique & Style
Executed in the nanga style, which draws on Chinese literati painting traditions, the work showcases bold lines, simple shapes, and a judicious use of negative space to convey energy and movement.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sakaki Hyakusen, originally Shin'en (Japanese: 彭城 百川; (11 December 1697, in Nagoya – 2 October 1752, in Kyōto) was a Japanese painter in the nanga style. His other art names included Hōshū (蓬洲), Senkan (僊観) and Hassendō (八仙堂).
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