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1888
Known as the 'Demon of Painting' for his wild lifestyle and incredible speed, Kawanabe Kyōsai shows a surprisingly tender side in this 1888 piece. A massive, fluffy macaque huddles protectively over a tiny baby in a rocky landscape, its fur rendered with thousands of painstakingly fine brushstrokes that make it look soft enough to touch. This hyper-realistic texture contrasts sharply with the loose, sketchy ink wash of the background trees, showcasing the artist's mastery within the Japanese traditional style.
- Technique
- ink and color on silk
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