Shrimp (Ebi) 1890 - 1892

"Shrimp (Ebi)" is a hanging scroll by Seki Shūkō, a prominent Japanese artist from the late 19th century. Completed between 1890-1892, the painting depicts four shrimps amidst delicate seaweed, rendered with meticulous detail and subtle color variations on a pale blue background. The simple yet elegant composition evokes the serenity of the underwater world, highlighting the beauty of everyday subjects in the Japanese tradition of *suki-e* (painting of things loved). The painting's delicate brushstrokes and restrained palette showcase the artist's mastery of *sumi-e* (ink painting) techniques. Today, "Shrimp (Ebi)" is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York, offering a glimpse into the captivating world of Japanese *uki-e* and the artistry of Seki Shūkō.