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Ophavsret Dette værk er i det offentlige domæne. Shibata Zeshin døde i 1891; ophavsretten varer 70 år efter kunstnerens død, så den udløb i 1961.
I kontekst
Deer and Bat — Shibata Zeshin
Øverste række: årene. Nederste række: kunstnerens alder ved begyndelsen og slutningen af hver periode — 0 ved fødsel, 84 ved død.
Malet da kunstneren var 84 år gammel. Kunstneren blev 84 år gammel. 17 af de 19 daterede værker af denne kunstner i vores katalog er skabt tidligere.
Skyggelagt: Shibata Zeshin' livstid (1807–1891) ▲ dette værk, 1891 hvert dateret maleri, årti for årti
Vælg et af de ovenstående værker: nævn to ting, det har til fælles med dette, og én ting, der er forskellig.
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Primær farve
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Katalogiseret palet
Disse farver i kunstnerens samlede palet Find andre malerier efter farve
De ti førende lande
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Sammen udgør disse værker 89,2% af den samlede opmærksomhed, som denne kunstners malerier har modtaget i løbet af de sidste tolv måneder. Kataloget indeholder 88 værker af denne kunstner, hvoraf 24 er blevet set mindst én gang. This painting ranks 8 of them, with 2,9% of that attention (100 visits). Det samme gælder måned for måned
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Om dette kunstværk
Deer and Bat — Shibata Zeshin
This two-panel screen is a study in contrasts. The complex composition in lacquer on paper, at the right, contrasts with a single bat floating on a sea of gold on the left. Two young brown deer stand opposite a grizzled old white deer, which in turn is set against the darkness of a rocky outcropping with brown mushrooms sprouting below. The animal and plant motifs in this painting are unusually rich in auspicious meanings. The white bat is the Chinese symbol for happiness (fuku in Japanese), and the deer is a symbol for rank (roku); the mushrooms beside the deer
Kunstner og museum
Shibata Zeshin stands apart in the annals of Japanese art history—a figure simultaneously lauded as a revolutionary innovator and dismissed as stubbornly traditional. Born in Edo (modern Tokyo) in 1807, he descended from a lineage steeped in craftsmanship; his grandfather was a shrine carpenter, and his father, Ichigoro Shibata, possessed considerable skill as an ukiyo-e painter, having studied under Katsukawa Shunshō—a formative influence that instilled within him the values of meticulous observation and artistic discipline. This early exposure to both woodworking and painting would prove instrumental in shaping Zeshin’s distinctive oeuvre.
Early Apprenticeship & Suzuki Nanrei:
The Pursuit of Mastery: Studying Under Nanrei
Zeshin's Artistic Persona: “This Is True” – The Significance of His Name
At the tender age of eleven, Zeshin began his formal artistic training as an apprentice to Komā Kansai II, a renowned lacquerer. Recognizing the importance of grounding his craft in foundational skills, Kansai insisted that Zeshin cultivate sketching abilities and experiment with painting techniques—a decision that would propel him toward a path of artistic exploration. This dedication led him to Suzuki Nanrei, a celebrated Shijō school painter who further honed Zeshin’s observational prowess and instilled in him the principles of capturing fleeting moments of beauty. It was during this period that he adopted the name “Reisai,” combining Nanrei's influence with Kansai’s guidance—a symbolic gesture reflecting his commitment to artistic excellence.
Zeshin’s artistic style is characterized by a remarkable blend of meticulous realism and subtle expressive nuance. While adhering to established conventions of Sumi-e painting—particularly the depiction of landscapes and animals—he pushed boundaries through his masterful use of maki-e, a technique involving applying metallic pigments onto lacquer surfaces. This innovative approach allowed him to imbue his works with shimmering luminescence and textural depth, elevating them beyond mere representation into embodiments of spiritual contemplation. His paintings frequently explored themes of Buddhist serenity and harmony, reflecting the prevailing intellectual currents of the Meiji era.
Landscapes & Tigers: Capturing Nature’s Essence
Maki-e Technique: Light & Texture in Japanese Lacquer Art
Among Zeshin's most iconic creations are monumental landscapes featuring cascading waterfalls and tranquil mountain vistas—executed with breathtaking precision and conveying a profound sense of stillness. Equally compelling are his depictions of tigers, rendered with striking detail and imbued with symbolic significance representing strength and resilience. However, it was Zeshin’s pioneering application of maki-e that cemented his reputation as a visionary artist. He skillfully manipulated gold leaf and other metallic pigments to create surfaces that seemed to radiate inner light—a technique that would inspire generations of lacquer artists and establish him as a cornerstone of Japanese artistic heritage.
Despite criticisms leveled against his perceived conservatism within Japan, Shibata Zeshin achieved considerable acclaim in the West, particularly in England and the United States. His works were exhibited internationally, garnering admiration for their aesthetic beauty and technical virtuosity—a testament to his artistic genius and a reflection of the burgeoning interest in Japanese art during the late nineteenth century. Today, Zeshin’s paintings continue to captivate audiences worldwide, serving as enduring symbols of Japan's artistic tradition and demonstrating the transformative power of blending meticulous observation with innovative technique. His legacy persists as an exemplar of artistic integrity and unwavering devotion to craft—a singular vision that resonates across time and culture.
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Shibata Zeshin var 84 år gammel, da vedkommende skabte "Deer and Bat" i 1891. Alderen er beregnet ud fra kunstnerens fødselsår, 1807.
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