No. 7: Votive paintings of Six Immortal poets, flying geese, and a pagoda made of coins, from the series "Seven Pictures for the Hisakataya (Hisakataya shichiban no uchi)" c. 1810s

Kubo Shunman's "No. 7: Votive paintings of Six Immortal poets, flying geese, and a pagoda made of coins, from the series 'Seven Pictures for the Hisakataya (Hisakataya shichiban no uchi)'" is a Japanese woodblock print from the early 19th century. The work features a pagoda built from coins in the left panel and six immortal poets in the right panel, framed by a traditional Japanese garden scene. In the center, a fence with a finial leads the eye to a pair of flying geese and a poem written in Japanese script. This print is part of a series of seven pictures for the Hisakataya, a renowned publisher of the time. The overall composition creates a serene atmosphere, highlighting the poetic and spiritual qualities of the subject matter. The use of vibrant colors and intricate details further enriches this artwork.