Demon from Momoyogusa – Flowers of a Hundred Generations (1909–1910)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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The painting depicts a vibrant green demon with sharp, pointed teeth and glaring eyes, exuding a menacing expression. Its body, partially obscured by flowing garments, is muscular and sinuous, hinting at powerful motion. The demon’s head sports two small horns, reinforcing its fearsome aspect. Its hair, depicted in flowing white lines, adds a dynamic quality as if being blown by a strong wind. The background is a deep, flat black, against which the demon and three swirling motifs—red and white with hints of blue—stand out dramatically. These motifs appear like gusts of wind or magical manifestations, enhancing the supernatural ambience of the scene.
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Kamisaka Sekka was an important artistic figure in early twentieth-century Japan. Born in Kyoto to a Samurai family, his talents for art and design were recognized early. He eventually allied himself with the traditional Rinpa school of art. He is considered the last great proponent of this artistic tradition.