{"product_id":"rooster-and-nandina-ito-jakuchu","title":"Rooster and Nandina - Itō Jakuchū","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed study of a rooster among nandina berries and chrysanthemums, rendered with the precision and naturalistic observation characteristic of Itō Jakuchū.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is part of the celebrated series 'Dōshoku Sai-e' (Colourful Realm of Living Beings), a collection of thirty scrolls commissioned by the artist for the Shōkoku-ji temple in Kyoto. Itō Jakuchū, a merchant-turned-painter, developed a distinct approach to the traditional bird-and-flower genre. His technique involves the meticulous application of multiple layers of pigment on the reverse side of the silk, a method known as 'urazaishiki', which creates a soft, luminous quality in the finished image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features a large, dark-feathered rooster standing amidst a cluster of white chrysanthemums and a tall nandina plant laden with bright red berries. A small bird perches on a branch above, providing a sense of scale and movement. The rooster is rendered with exceptional attention to the texture of its plumage, using individual brushstrokes to define the overlapping feathers. The contrast between the deep, ink-toned body of the bird and the brilliant red of the nandina berries demonstrates the artist's mastery of colour balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJakuchū was known for his direct observation of nature, often keeping chickens in his garden to study their anatomy and behaviour. This empirical approach informs the anatomical accuracy of the bird, which possesses a lifelike presence despite the decorative arrangement of the surrounding flora. The background remains relatively neutral, allowing the subject to occupy the visual field without distraction. The work reflects the aesthetic sensibilities of the mid-Edo period, where the study of natural history intersected with refined artistic practice. The inclusion of the artist's seal and signature in the lower left corner confirms its provenance within his larger body of work. This print captures the precision of the original silk painting, preserving the delicate tonal shifts and the clarity of the brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/lady-playing-with-a-dog-on-a-veranda-nishikawa-sukenobu\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLady Playing with a Dog on a Veranda - Nishikawa Sukenobu — Nishikawa Sukenobu\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Itō Jakuchū","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58748141175119,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58748148875599,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58748148908367,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58748148941135,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58748148973903,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58748149006671,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58748149039439,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58748149072207,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58748149104975,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58748149137743,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58748149170511,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58748149203279,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Rooster-and-Nandina_Poster_CompositorV1_1789125477241.jpg?v=1789125994","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/rooster-and-nandina-ito-jakuchu","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}