By Sohan Gempo aka. Shoun (1848-1922)

Modeled on the simplified mempeki tradition of creating a figure from a single brushstroke, Shoun here has likened himself to Daruma meditating. The inscription:

Becoming quiet
My friend and I
High up among
The tips of the mountain pines
Dwell in the white clouds

Ink on paper 47"H x 12”W, mounted on scroll 80"H x 13"W

See Audrey Seo, The Art of 20th Century Zen for information on Shoun.