Female Chinese Immortal Ma Ku c. 1831

Hayashi Rōen's "Female Chinese Immortal Ma Ku" (c. 1831) is a striking depiction of the legendary figure in a flowing, elegant robe. The artist, known for his refined ink brushwork, captures the ethereal quality of the immortal with delicate lines and subtle shading. The monochromatic palette, characteristic of the *suibokuga* style, focuses attention on the figure's graceful form and evokes a sense of tranquility. This work, now housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, showcases Rōen's mastery of ink painting and his fascination with Chinese mythology.