Puppies, Sparrows, and Chrysanthemums
c. 1792-94
Nagasawa Rosetsu, a bit of a rebel in 18th-century Kyoto, painted this charming scene with his signature playful twist. Two fluffy puppies—one sitting alertly, the other peeking over a bamboo fence—share the frame with a tiny sparrow perched on blooming chrysanthemums. The vast, empty space above them, punctuated only by a pale moon, creates a sense of quiet autumn night. Rosetsu was known for his eccentric style, blending realistic observation with a touch of whimsy that made his animals look almost alive.
- Technique
- Ink and light color on paper
- Material
- Paper
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