Jumping fish 1877 - 1897

Watanabe Seitei, a prominent Japanese artist, created "Jumping Fish" between 1877 and 1897. This exquisite ink and color painting on silk depicts a single fish leaping out of the water, captured in a moment of dynamic energy. The delicate brushstrokes and muted tones create a sense of movement and grace, while the simplified background of rippling waves and a misty sky emphasizes the fish's beauty. This work, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies Seitei's mastery of the *kiga* style, known for its refined depictions of nature.