Songoku, the Monkey King and the Jewelled Hare by the Moon
- Artist
- Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
- Date
- 1891
- Style
- Ukiyo-e
- Genre
- Mythological painting
- Location
- Brooklyn Museum
"Songoku, the Monkey King and the Jewelled Hare by the Moon" is a captivating mythological painting that blends traditional storytelling with artistic innovation. Created using techniques reminiscent of Ukiyo-e style, it features intricate lines and vivid colors characteristic of woodcut craftsmanship. The painting depicts mythic characters—Songoku and the Jewelled Hare—under a luminous moon, embodying cultural legends. Its surreal atmosphere hints at Surrealism-influenced elements, merging fantasy with artistic expression and offering viewers a glimpse into mythological worlds through a refined, traditional art form.
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