Figure of Daruma

Figure of Daruma

Kaihō Yūshō

1533

unspecified

From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts

About this work

This painting depicts a portrait of a man with a round face and a long, thin beard. He is wearing a traditional Japanese robe and has his hands clasped together in front of him. The background of the painting is a simple, muted color. The man's facial expression is serene and contemplative, and his eyes seem to be gazing inward. The artist has used bold brushstrokes and vivid colors to bring the subject to life. The painting is a beautiful example of traditional Japanese portraiture, and it invites the viewer to reflect on the subject's inner world. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up Kaihō Yūshō.

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