Seven utensils for the incense competition 1829

Suibokuan Yushin’s 1829 artwork, “Seven Utensils for the Incense Competition,” depicts an arrangement of objects that represent the different components of a traditional Japanese incense ceremony. The composition is intricate and detailed, featuring a camellia flower, a feather, a piece of incense, and a ceremonial container. The work was likely intended for a small, elite audience of those familiar with the practice of incense appreciation in Japan. "Seven Utensils for the Incense Competition" showcases Suibokuan Yushin’s skill in capturing the beauty of natural elements and conveying the significance of these utensils within a specific ritual context.