Who painted Daikoku and Ebisu, Two of the Seven Gods of Happiness?

Daikoku and Ebisu, Two of the Seven Gods of Happiness was painted by Utagawa Kuniyoshi in 1834.

Where can I see Daikoku and Ebisu, Two of the Seven Gods of Happiness?

Daikoku and Ebisu, Two of the Seven Gods of Happiness is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Daikoku and Ebisu, Two of the Seven Gods of Happiness?

Daikoku and Ebisu, Two of the Seven Gods of Happiness is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Daikoku and Ebisu, Two of the Seven Gods of Happiness

Utagawa Kuniyoshi , 1834

Daikoku and Ebisu, Two of the Seven Gods of Happiness is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi. It dates from 1834 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Daikoku and Ebisu, Two of the Seven Gods of Happiness is a drawing by Japanese artist Utagawa Kuniyoshi, dating to around 1834. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The work depicts Daikoku and Ebisu, two deities from the Seven Gods of Happiness in Japanese mythology, standing together in a unified composition. Their portrayal reflects cultural and mythological significance during the Edo period.

Technique & Style

While specific medium details are not provided, the drawing showcases meticulous attention to detail, evident in the intricate patterns on the gods' attire and the objects they hold, characteristic of meticulous craftsmanship in Edo period art.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1834 by Utagawa Kuniyoshi, the drawing's history prior to its acquisition by The Cleveland Museum of Art is not detailed here, highlighting the need for further research on its provenance.

Context

The piece provides a visual window into Edo period (1603-1867) Japanese culture, illustrating the blend of mythology and everyday life through the depiction of these revered deities.

Artist & collection

Artist

Utagawa Kuniyoshi

Kuniyoshi grew up in old Tokyo when the city was still called Edo. His dad ran a silk shop, but Kuniyoshi loved anything with pictures—scrolls, screens, comic books. He talked his way into the Utagawa school, a kind of…