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StatsJurōjin
- Kanō School
- 801
- 93.0cm x 38.0cm
kano tanshin moromichi (1785 – 1835)
Discover Kano Tanshin Moromichi’s exquisite Japanese paintings! Master of the Kanō school, known for serene landscapes & iconic figures like Jurōjin. Explore his legacy.
Jurōjin, said to have lived in China at the end of the eleventh century, is shown as an old man with a long beard. He carries a staff, in some representations a scroll, and is accompanied by a deer. In Japan he is numbered as one of seven lucky gods. Emblematic of felicitous longevity, his image is especially appropriate for decorating the tokonoma at New Year"s.
About this artwork
- Title: Jurōjin
- Artist: kano tanshin moromichi
- Year: 801
- Original dimensions: 93.0cm x 38.0cm
- Format: Tall
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Creative period: Mature Period
- Main color: Espresso
- Keywords: east asian art , traditional japanese , japanese ink painting
- Color intensity: Balanced
