by Zobo Bunga (1779-1840)

Zobo served at Jurin-ji in Shimotsuke and Kokusei-ji in Izu. During his last years he was in charge of the training hall at Shofuku-ji in Kobe. Artistically, he was known for his rough, individualistic style featuring strong contrasts of wet and dry ink tones. Inscription:

There is nothing better
than daily use.
Bamboo baskets (and fences)
have especially many virtues

Ink on paper 13"H x 20"W mounted on scroll 49"H x 25"W