Who painted Child Dancing with Chrysanthemum Branch?

Child Dancing with Chrysanthemum Branch was painted by Katsukawa Shunshō in 1769.

Where can I see Child Dancing with Chrysanthemum Branch?

Child Dancing with Chrysanthemum Branch is held by Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

What movement is Child Dancing with Chrysanthemum Branch?

Child Dancing with Chrysanthemum Branch is associated with Ukiyo-e.

Artwork

Child Dancing with Chrysanthemum Branch

Katsukawa Shunshō , 1769

Child Dancing with Chrysanthemum Branch is an unspecified painting by the Ukiyo-e artist Katsukawa Shunshō. It dates from 1769 and is held in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Created around 1769 by the Edo‑period artist Katsukawa Shunshō, this hanging scroll depicts a youthful figure in motion. The work is part of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art’s collection and measures roughly a typical size for a decorative interior painting of its time.

Subject & Meaning

The central figure is a young girl caught mid‑twirl, clutching a slender branch laden with white chrysanthemums. The gesture and the flower, both associated with seasonal festivals, suggest a moment of celebration or ritual dance, emphasizing youthful vitality within a domestic setting.

Technique & Style

Executed in ink and color on paper, the composition relies on a flat tan background that isolates the figure. Shunshō’s line work renders the kimono’s patterned fabric and the flowing black hair with precise brushstrokes, while the delicate rendering of the chrysanthemum blossoms showcases his skill in rendering botanical detail.

History & Provenance

The painting entered the Los Angeles County Museum of Art through acquisition in the late 20th century, though earlier ownership records are sparse. Its attribution to Shunshō aligns with the artist’s known output of genre scenes featuring children and everyday life during the mid‑18th century.