Enso
Artist
Ryoryosai Koshuku
(Japanese, 1775–1825)
Datelate 18th–early 19th century
MediumHanging scroll: ink on paper
Dimensions11 9/16 × 18 7/8 inches (29.3 × 48 cm)
ClassificationsPaintings
Credit LineAcquired through the George and Mary Rockwell Fund
Terms
- Paintings
- Japanese
Object number2019.034.002
Label CopyThe enso, a hand-drawn circle that is completed in one stroke, symbolizes the moment of enlightenment in Japanese Zen Buddhism. Ryoryosai Koshuku was a Zen Buddhist monk and tea master who named the Raku tea bowl “Old Pine Tree.” It is common to provide poetic names to treasured tea utensils. After enjoying a bowl of tea, guests will customarily ask the host if a bowl has a poetic name.Collections
Adachi Taido
Unidentified artist
Early 20 century
Kubo Shunman
