Red Parakeet c. 1830s

"Red Parakeet" is a hanging scroll painting by Japanese artist Mihata Jôryû, created in the 1830s. The work depicts a vibrant red parakeet perched on a blossoming magnolia tree, showcasing the artist's talent for capturing natural detail. The painting's soft colors and delicate brushstrokes, characteristic of the *kanga* genre, evoke a sense of tranquility and beauty, common in Japanese art. The work is currently in the collection of the Minneapolis Institute of Art.