Shibata Zeshin Collection

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Lacquer Paintings of Various Subjects: Grasshopper on Gourd Vine, 1882. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Lacquer Paintings of Various Subjects: Grasshopper on Gourd Vine, 1882

Lacquer Paintings of Various Subjects: Butterflies, dated 1881. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Lacquer Paintings of Various Subjects: Butterflies, dated 1881

Lacquer Paintings of Various Subjects: Plum Branch with Oil Lamp, 1882. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Lacquer Paintings of Various Subjects: Plum Branch with Oil Lamp, 1882

Cockerel, Hen and Chicks, 1892 (hanging scroll, colored lacquer on prepared paper")
1766597 Cockerel, Hen and Chicks, 1892 (hanging scroll, colored lacquer on prepared paper" ) by Zeshin, Shibata (1807-91); 31.5x37.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Cockerel, Hen and Chicks)

Surimono, ca. 1860. ca. 1860. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Surimono, ca. 1860

Morning Glories, ca. 1860. ca. 1860. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Morning Glories, ca. 1860

Uba, ca. 1860. ca. 1860. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Uba, ca. 1860

Inro Partly in a Green Bag with Pattern of White Foxes, 1862 (Dog Year). 1862 (Dog Year)
Inro Partly in a Green Bag with Pattern of White Foxes, 1862 (Dog Year)

Portrait of Rikyu (?), ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Portrait of Rikyu (?), ca. 1875

Straw Basket for Fish (?) and Mokuge Flower, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Straw Basket for Fish (?) and Mokuge Flower, ca. 1875

Lighting a Hanging Lantern for the Obon Festival, 1860. 1860. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Lighting a Hanging Lantern for the Obon Festival, 1860

Three Landscapes, late 19th century. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Three Landscapes, late 19th century

Autumn Maple, late 19th century. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Autumn Maple, late 19th century

Flowers in Gourd, late 19th century. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Flowers in Gourd, late 19th century

Flowers on Grass, late 19th century. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Flowers on Grass, late 19th century

Mountains with Birds, late 19th century. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Mountains with Birds, late 19th century

Flowers (pink and white) and Leaves, Clappers, late 19th century. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Flowers (pink and white) and Leaves, Clappers, late 19th century

Egret on Tree Stump, late 19th century. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Egret on Tree Stump, late 19th century

Birds, late 19th century. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Birds, late 19th century

Village among Rocks, 19th century. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Village among Rocks, 19th century

Various Plants and Grass, late 19th century. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Various Plants and Grass, late 19th century

House with Woman and Baby, late 19th century. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
House with Woman and Baby, late 19th century

Flowers and Leaves, late 19th century. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Flowers and Leaves, late 19th century

Waves and Rocks, late 19th century. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Waves and Rocks, late 19th century

Painting, 19th century. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Painting, 19th century

Fire Basket Suspended from Dock over a Fish Net in the Water. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Fire Basket Suspended from Dock over a Fish Net in the Water

Worm on Green Leaved Plant. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Worm on Green Leaved Plant

Fox by Mystic Fire. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Fox by Mystic Fire

Crow on Tree. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Crow on Tree

Rice Stacks and Trees. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Rice Stacks and Trees, . Edo period

Rice-Drying Frame. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Rice-Drying Frame

Maple Leaves. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Maple Leaves

Flowers in Jardinieres, . Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Flowers in Jardinieres, . Edo period

Red Berry Plant and Butterfly. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Red Berry Plant and Butterfly

Seaweed. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Seaweed

Mountains and Houses. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Mountains and Houses

Bamboo Shoots, ca. 1880s. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Bamboo Shoots, ca. 1880s

Bear and Crabs. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Bear and Crabs

Sun and Plum Branches. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Sun and Plum Branches

Three Men Looking at Framed Lacquer Drawing. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Three Men Looking at Framed Lacquer Drawing

Flower Baskets and Farmers Hat, ca. 1880s. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Flower Baskets and Farmers Hat, ca. 1880s

Tea Ceremony Apparatus. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Tea Ceremony Apparatus

Cat Tails and Moon. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Cat Tails and Moon

Fan and Insect Cage. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Fan and Insect Cage

Birds and Jutting Rocks. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Birds and Jutting Rocks

Cock on Drum, 1882. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Cock on Drum, 1882

Kettle and Box with Paint Brushes, 1882. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Kettle and Box with Paint Brushes, 1882

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Shibata Zeshin, a renowned Japanese artist of the late 19th century, left an indelible mark on the world of lacquer painting. His masterful creations captured the essence of nature and everyday life in exquisite detail. One such masterpiece is "Autumn Grasses Moonlight, " a captivating work that transports viewers to a serene moonlit night. The delicate strokes and vibrant colors bring to life the beauty of autumn grasses swaying gently in the breeze. In his series titled "Lacquer Paintings of Various Subjects, " Zeshin showcased his versatility as an artist. "Grasshopper on Gourd Vine" from 1882 showcases his meticulous attention to detail, while "Butterflies" dated 1881 captures the ephemeral beauty of these delicate creatures. And in "Plum Branch with Oil Lamp, " Zeshin skillfully combines traditional motifs with contemporary elements. Zeshin's talent extended beyond lacquer paintings, as seen in his hanging scroll entitled "Cockerel, Hen and Chicks. " Using colored lacquer on prepared paper, he brings this charming scene to life with remarkable precision. The surimono print from around 1860 reveals another facet of Zeshin's artistry. With intricate patterns and rich colors, it depicts scenes from daily life infused with cultural symbolism. Zeshin's love for nature shines through in works like "Morning Glories" and "Uba. " These pieces capture moments frozen in time – delicate flowers blooming or birds perched gracefully – showcasing both his technical prowess and deep appreciation for natural beauty. His ingenuity is further evident in works like "Inro Partly in a Green Bag with Pattern of White Foxes. " This piece demonstrates Zeshin's ability to blend functionality with artistic expression by incorporating intricate designs into everyday objects. Zeshin also ventured into portraiture, as seen in his enigmatic "Portrait of Rikyu (?).