Artwork
Pair of hanging scrolls (Kanzan and Jittoku)
Pair of hanging scrolls (Kanzan and Jittoku) is an unspecified painting by Iten Sōsei. It is held in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Pair of hanging scrolls (Kanzan and Jittoku) is a painting by Iten Sōsei, comprising two scrolls.
Subject & Meaning
The scrolls depict two figures, likely the Buddhist monks Kanzan and Jittoku, characterized by their peaceful expressions and simple attire. They are shown holding a bundle of sticks, conveying a sense of serenity.
Technique & Style
The figures are rendered in black lines against a beige background, exemplifying a simple and elegant style. The use of minimal color and subtle detail emphasizes the subjects' tranquil nature.
Artist & collection
Artist
Iten Sōsei painted monks with wild eyes and tangled beards, making saints look like they’d just rolled out of a tavern.
