Monkey trying to catch a catfish with a gourd 1912

"Monkey trying to catch a catfish with a gourd" is a painting by Tomioka Tessai, a renowned Japanese artist, created in 1912. The painting depicts a playful scene of a monkey attempting to catch a catfish using a gourd. Tessai, known for his bold and expressive brushwork, captures the humorous and lively nature of the subject matter. The painting is a testament to Tessai's mastery of traditional Japanese ink-and-wash painting techniques, known as "suibokuga," and showcases his ability to convey motion and expression through subtle washes and lines. The Minneapolis Institute of Art houses this intriguing work, which is a miniature painting, measuring 14 1/4 × 2 3/8 inches.