Komatsuya Hyakki

Komatsuya Hyakki was an artist whose documented professional activity spans a narrow period, specifically between 1760 and 1765. Their known output consists entirely of prints, with nine examples currently represented in museum collections.

These Komatsuya Hyakki prints frequently depict complex historical narratives, mythological figures, and intricate genre scenes. Notable surviving works include the detailed composition Mechanical Elephant with Festival Barge and Korean Musicians, the dramatic mythological piece Shutendoji in Oeyama Palace, and the figure study The “Chinese” Quartermaster. The artist also produced detailed depictions of court life and nature, exemplified by Courtesan and Two Kamuro and Cuckoo flying over deutzia flowers.

The historical and artistic credibility of Komatsuya Hyakki’s work is established by its inclusion in major international institutions, such as the Art Institute of Chicago. These museum-quality works from the 18th century are now often made available to the public. As a result of their age, high-quality prints and downloadable artwork are frequently found within public domain databases, ensuring the enduring study of Komatsuya Hyakki’s output.