Ducks in the Rushes 1877 - 1897

"Ducks in the Rushes" is a painting by Watanabe Seitei, a prominent Japanese artist known for his depictions of birds and nature. Created between 1877 and 1897, this work features three ducks in a serene setting of reeds and rushes. Seitei's meticulous brushstrokes capture the delicate details of the birds' feathers and the subtle textures of the surrounding vegetation. The painting showcases Seitei's mastery of the Japanese painting tradition, known as Nihonga, which emphasized naturalism and a harmonious balance between subject and background. The painting is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.