Accession Number2003/1.402
TitleTanuki (raccoon dog) and Bamboo in the Snow
Artist(s)Konoshima ŌkokuObject Creation Dateearly 20th centuryMedium & SupportHanging scroll, ink on silkDimensions 45 1/2 in x 10 3/8 in (115.57 cm x 26.35 cm);3 9/16 in x 19 5/16 in x 3 13/16 in (9.05 cm x 49.05 cm x 9.68 cm)
Credit LineGift of Helmut SternSubject matterA tanuki, or racoon dog, is seen peering over its shoulder on a snowy hill. Its footprints disappear in the snow behind it. Bamboo rise from out of view on the bottom right, and dominate the upper register of the image. The scene has a sense of temporality.
Physical DescriptionA tanuki, or racoon dog, is seen peering over its shoulder on a snowy hill. Its footprints disappear in the snow behind it. Bamboo rise from out of view on the bottom right, and dominate the upper register of the image. This painting mounted on a hanging scroll also includes elaborate gold fabric with repeating designs.
Primary Object Classification Painting Primary Object Typehanging scrollCollection AreaAsianRightsIf you are interested in using an image for a publication, please visit
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Keywords
bamboo (material)
hanging scrolls
ink
snow (precipitation)