Two Goldfish in Water c. 1830s

Yamada Hōgyoku's "Two Goldfish in Water" is an uchiwa-e (hand fan print) from the 1830s. The work showcases two goldfish swimming in a stylized depiction of water, accented by blue and pink waves and sprigs of aquatic plants. This delicate composition, part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection, is a characteristic example of Hōgyoku's finely detailed work. The artist's signature is visible in a red seal near the top right corner.