Three Puppies

Currently not on view

Three Puppies

1790

Maruyama Ōkyo (Japanese, 1733–1795)

Dogs, one of the twelve animals of the Japanese zodiac, have always been popular pets in Japan. They symbolize good health, and robust children are commonly described as being healthy as puppies. For this reason it has long been the custom to present new born babies with toy dogs as a charm to ensure their healthy growth.

Currently not on view

Object Details

Title:

Three Puppies

Date:

1790

Artist:

Maruyama Ōkyo (Japanese, 1733–1795)

Medium:

Ink and color on silk; mounted as a hanging scroll

Dimensions:

Painting: 15 1/4 x 17 15/16 inches (38.7 x 45.5 cm) Mount: 50 x 23 1/4 inches (127 x 59.1 cm)

Classification:

Paintings

Credit Line:

Purchased with the John T. Morris Fund, the George W. B. Taylor Fund, with funds contributed by Maxine and Howard H. Lewis, and the Kent-Lucas Foundation, 1990

Accession Number:

1990-109-1

Geography:

Made in Japan, Asia

Context:

Period: Edo Period (1615-1868)

We are always open to learning more about our collections and updating the website. Does this record contain inaccurate information or language that you feel we should improve or change? Contact us here.

Please note that this particular artwork might not be on view when you visit. Don’t worry—we have plenty of exhibitions for you to explore.

Currently not on view