Two Dragons in Clouds by Kanō Hōgai. Two celestial dragons with intricate scales and flowing whiskers entwine amidst swirling, atmospheric ink-wash clouds.

Two Dragons in Clouds

Kanō Hōgai

1885 · Paper, Inkstick

A dynamic and powerful ink-on-paper study of two mythical dragons emerging from atmospheric clouds.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with lively force in softened golden tones — holds a formal wall with confidence.

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Living Room · Study · Office
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Strongest on wider walls where it can anchor the room
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Benefits from a distinct wall tone
Color notes
Aged gold, Terracotta clay, Charcoal black

About the piece

Created around 1885 by Kanō Hōgai, a pivotal figure in the Meiji-era revival of Japanese art, this ink painting captures the primal energy of two dragons. The work demonstrates the master's exceptional control of the medium, transitioning from deep charcoal tones to soft, ethereal washes that create a dramatic sense of depth and movement in the celestial sky.

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