Shoki Fighting for a Courtesan by Kaigetsudō Ando. An energetic Japanese painting depicting the mythological demon queller Shoki brandishing a sword in a confrontation involving several figures and a courtesan.

Shoki Fighting for a Courtesan

Kaigetsudō Ando

1709 · Medium Not Listed

A spirited 18th-century Japanese painting capturing the legendary demon queller Shoki in a moment of dramatic action.

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Where it works

A balanced work with lively energy with warm, lived-in color — sits quietly within a room.

Often works in
Living Room · Office · Gallery Wall
Placement
Reads naturally above long furniture lines
Walls
Best with clear wall contrast
Color notes
Olive green, Rich brown

About the piece

Created by Kaigetsudō Ando in the early 18th century, this energetic work depicts Shoki, the mythological demon queller, engaged in a struggle. The painting showcases the bold linework and expressive characterization characteristic of the Kaigetsudō school, set against a warm, aged paper ground that provides a rich, antique feel.

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