Monkey and Bee 1800 - 1845

Okamoto Toyohiko's "Monkey and Bee" (1800-1845) is a classic example of Japanese painting. The painting depicts a monkey perched on a tree branch with a bee flying above. The artist uses delicate brushstrokes to capture the subtle details of the monkey's fur and the delicate branches of the tree. The painting is a testament to Toyohiko's skill as a painter and his keen observation of the natural world. This hanging scroll is a significant example of the artist's late period and was once housed in the collection of the famous Japanese collector Nezu Kaichiro.