Shakyamuni Conquering the Demons (Shaka Gōma-zu) by Kawanabe Kyōsai 河鍋暁斎

Shakyamuni Conquering the Demons (Shaka Gōma-zu) 1878 - 1898

light pencil work

ink painting

pencil sketch

asian-art

japan

handmade artwork painting

underpainting

24_meiji-period-1868-1912

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

remaining negative space

mixed medium

watercolor

"Shakyamuni Conquering the Demons (Shaka Gōma-zu)" is a painting by renowned Japanese artist Kawanabe Kyōsai, created between 1878 and 1898. The work depicts the Buddha Shakyamuni seated calmly in meditation, radiating light and a glowing aura, as he subdues a fearsome demon. Kyōsai, known for his dynamic compositions and bold brushstrokes, captures a moment of serene power in this captivating depiction of a Buddhist legend. The artwork currently resides in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.