Carp
1850
unspecified
From the collection of Los Angeles County Museum of Art
1850
unspecified
From the collection of Los Angeles County Museum of Art
This painting shows a school of carp swimming together. The fish are depicted in various sizes and directions, with some facing upwards and others downwards. The background is a light brown color, which contrasts with the darker scales of the fish. In the bottom-right corner, there is a small red stamp with Japanese characters. The overall effect of the painting is one of movement and energy, as if the fish are swimming off the canvas. If you like this style, check out more works by artist Maruyama Ōshin.
