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Gyoran Kannon
Gyoran Kannon is an unspecified painting by the Ukiyo-e artist Miyagawa Chōshun. It dates from 1741 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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History & Provenance
The work's provenance is presently traced only to its acquisition by the museum, with no earlier ownership documented in the available sources.
Gyoran Kannon is a painted depiction of a Buddhist deity created by Miyagawa Chōshun in 1741 in Japan. The work was produced during the Edo period and originally intended for devotional use, though specific commission details are not recorded.
It entered the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where it remains on public display. The work's provenance is presently traced only to its acquisition by the museum, with no earlier ownership documented in the available sources.
Gyoran Kannon, a painting by Miyagawa Chōshun dated 1741, is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The work is catalogued within that institution's holdings, with its location recorded as the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
No specific accession number is recorded in the available sources, and no exhibition history is documented.
Overview
Miyagawa Chōshun's painting, Gyoran Kannon, completed in 1741, depicts a serene female figure. This work is part of the collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. The composition features a woman standing gracefully amidst bamboo, holding a woven basket, rendered with a delicate palette and flowing lines characteristic of the period.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays a woman in an elegant, long robe adorned with red sashes and blue floral motifs. She holds a woven basket, an attribute often associated with Gyoran Kannon, a manifestation of the bodhisattva Kannon (Guanyin) who appears as a fisherwoman. Her presence near bamboo plants further enhances the natural, contemplative atmosphere of the scene.
Technique & Style
Chōshun employs a refined aesthetic, contrasting the vibrant colors and intricate patterns of the figure's robe with a largely unadorned background. The delicate folds of the garment suggest softness and movement, while the sparse bamboo and calligraphic text in black ink contribute to a quiet, naturalistic setting. This approach emphasizes the central figure while maintaining an overall sense of tranquility.
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