Yosa Buson (1716-1783) Nanga PeasantSigned: Tôsei Sha Chôkô sha oite ... .. chû Seals: Chôkô Shunsei Technique: sumi and some light colours on paper 112.7 x 28 Mounting: blue-grey damamask 189 x 42.2 Condition: soiled and a little worn, otherwise fair Comp. vol. 6 #165 -> Murako Emei, Kyoto 1982 # 9 Buson was a painter as well as a haiku poet and equally proficient in both disciplines. Together with Ike Taiga (1723-1776) he is known for establishing Nanga painting in the 18th century; as a haiku poet he is considered the true successor of Matsuo Bashō. Apart from his landscapes, he is notable for the empathy and social-mindedness of his paintings of human figures. Reference: Itsuô Bijutsukan 2003 Mihho Museum 2008 Mihho Museum 2015 Buson Zenshû, Vol. 6 WAS: € 1.200,- ($ 1.300) Price: SOLD | |