Schilderende schildpadden 1810 - 1850

"Schilderende schildpadden" (Painting Turtles) is a whimsical ink painting by the Japanese artist Onishi Chinnen, created between 1810 and 1850. The artwork depicts two turtles engaged in the act of painting, with one holding a brush in its mouth and the other seemingly observing. The light, minimalist style, characterized by delicate lines and washes of ink, is typical of Chinnen's work. The humor of the scene, coupled with its technical skill, makes "Schilderende schildpadden" a beloved example of Japanese Edo Period art.