One Hundred Turtles Possibly 1860

"One Hundred Turtles" is a Japanese hanging scroll, created by artist Seki Nagatoshi in the mid-19th century. The painting depicts a scene of numerous turtles swimming in a river, some gathered on rocks. The composition is dynamic with the turtles moving throughout the work. Nagatoshi's use of fine brushstrokes and delicate washes creates a sense of movement and life, making the turtles appear almost like a living entity. The artwork is a testament to the artist's skill in capturing the natural world in such detail.