Portrait of Imperial Prince Son’en c. early 19th century

"Portrait of Imperial Prince Son’en" is a painting by renowned Japanese artist Sakai Hōitsu, created in the early 19th century. This delicate work depicts the young prince seated in traditional attire, adorned with elaborate patterns and a flowing white robe. Hōitsu's masterful use of color and detail captures the prince's youthful charm and the grandeur of his lineage. The artwork is currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art and showcases the elegance of Japanese portraiture during the Edo Period.