Itō Jakuchū (1716–1800) was a Japanese painter lived during mid Edo Period. He is best known for the paintings of birds, flowers and other natural elements. Inspired by the paintings in Chinese Zen temples and used traditional Japanese and Chinese styles in his works.
Most of Jakuchū's works were in the form of hanging scrolls and his distinct usage of colors (Roosters, Maple Tree and Small Birds) directs viewer to a mystic atmosphere.
"Flowers, birds, grasses, and insects each have their own innate spirit. Only after one has actually determined the true nature of this spirit through observation should painting begin."
—Itō Jakuchū
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| Roosters |
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| Maple Tree and Small Birds |
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| Rooster and Hen with Hydrangeas |
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| Red Nuts and Rooster |
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| Settyu enouzu |
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