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Kyosai's Animal Circus

Kyosai's Animal Circus

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Kawanabe Kyōsai, a Japanese artist, used animals to satirize contemporary society in his artwork. This book showcases a collection of Kyōsai's creatures from the Israel Goldman Collection, with an introduction by Sadamura Koto.

Format: Hardback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 07 March 2022
Publisher: Royal Academy of Arts & Science


Kawanabe Kyōsai, a renowned Japanese artist who lived from 1831 to 1889, had a great fascination with depicting animals in his artwork. He particularly enjoyed portraying crows with distinct personalities, frogs in the classroom, rats performing acrobatics on trapezes, catfish in processions, and elephants engaging in various tricks. Kyōsai often used these animals as a means to satirize contemporary society and its customs.

This captivating book showcases a delightful collection of Kyōsai's creatures, sourced from the prestigious Israel Goldman Collection. It is accompanied by an introduction to the artist and his menagerie, written by Sadamura Koto, a renowned authority on Kyōsai.

Kawanabe Kyōsai's artistic style was characterized by his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the essence of nature. His paintings often depicted animals in playful and humorous situations, creating a sense of wonder and amusement for his viewers. Through his artwork, Kyōsai sought to convey his observations and thoughts on the world around him, using animals as a means to communicate his ideas in a unique and engaging way.

The Israel Goldman Collection is renowned for its extensive collection of Japanese art, and Kyōsai's paintings are among its most prized possessions. The collection includes a wide range of Kyōsai's works, from his early sketches to his final masterpieces. Each painting in the collection is a testament to the artist's talent and creativity, and it provides a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Japan.

In conclusion, Kawanabe Kyōsai's use of animals in his artwork was a hallmark of his artistic style. His fascination with depicting these creatures in various situations and his ability to satirize contemporary society through his art made him a celebrated figure in Japanese art history. The Israel Goldman Collection's extensive collection of Kyōsai's works provides a valuable insight into the artist's life and career, and it continues to captivate audiences worldwide.


Dimension: 175 x 175 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781912520862

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