Gamboling Puppies by Maruyama Ōkyo. Two fluffy puppies, one white and one grey, play together against a minimalist, warm-toned silk background with Japanese calligraphy and seals.

Gamboling Puppies

Maruyama Ōkyo

1779 · Medium Not Listed

A charming 18th-century Japanese ink wash painting depicting two playful puppies by Maruyama Ōkyo.

$243

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Where it works

An airy, quiet work with mellow gold warmth — keeps the wall feeling open.

Often works in
Living Room · Bedroom · Kitchen
Placement
Works well where the room has a longer visual line
Walls
Best with clear wall contrast
Color notes
Aged gold

About the piece

Created by the renowned Japanese master Maruyama Ōkyo in 1779, this delightful work captures two fluffy puppies in a moment of playful gamboling. The piece exemplifies Ōkyo's signature naturalistic style, utilizing soft brushwork and delicate ink washes to convey the lively spirit and soft texture of the young animals against a serene, minimalist background.