Obaku Dokucho Joyo (1717-1764)
"Moon Enso"

Ink on paper.
Size: 18 1/8 x 10 ¾ inches. (23 ½ x 47 overall)
Mounting: Beige raw silk and green brocade.
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Translation:

Now above us, a full circle:
Is there anywhere its pure light does not shine?

Mid-autumn 1756 Brushed by Houn-ji Dokucho

 

This is a very nice moon enso brushed in distinctive Obaku style; the brushwork is bold, free flowing, and elegant. Since the piece was done in mid-autumn, it is likely that the sight of the brilliant moon, at that time at its best, inspired Dokucho to compose this Zen verse. Dokucho is saying; "Every human being possesses Buddha-nature; all you need to do is look deep inside and perceive its luster!" Dokucho served as abbot of Houn-ji. Works by him are rare.

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