Deiryu (1895–1954)
"Hinasama Dolls"

Ink on satin
Size: 14 ½ x 14 ½ (19 3/8 x 52 ¾ overall)
Mounting: Striped silk and blue silk
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Translation:

A stone woman dances to a tune of longevity. A wooden man sings a song of peace.

Painted and inscribed by Deiryu

In Japan such dolls, representing an imperial couple, are displayed on the third day of the third month, a festival popularly known as "Girl's Day." The pair symbolizes connubial bliss and harmony between the sexes. It was likely brushed for the family of one of Deiryu's supporters.

Deiryu has turned the painting into a Zenga by adding a well-known koan as an inscription. This koan was one of Hakuin's favorites, and that great teacher, too, sometimes enlivened his Zen art with color. Color in Zen art is rare but it can be very pleasing when utilized properly.

 

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