Waterfall, Eagle and Monkey 1877 - 1897

"Waterfall, Eagle, and Monkey" is a painting by the renowned Japanese artist Kawanabe Kyōsai, completed sometime between 1877 and 1897. This ink-on-paper painting features a powerful eagle swooping down towards a monkey falling from a cliff, with a majestic waterfall cascading in the background. Kyōsai's bold brushstrokes and evocative composition create a dramatic scene, capturing the essence of nature's power and the precariousness of life. The painting, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies Kyōsai's mastery of the *ukiyo-e* style, known for its vibrant colors and dynamic scenes.