A Song Of Unending Sorrow (chōgonka) — Konoe Nobutada

A Song of Unending Sorrow (Chōgonka)

Experience 'A Song of Unending Sorrow' by Konoe Nobutada – a poignant 601 masterpiece in exquisite calligraphy. Explore Japanese court art & its tragic tale. Hand-painted reproduction available.


Konoe Nobutada

Konoe Nobutada is a contemporary Japanese artist renowned for his masterful Nihonga paintings, often depicting serene landscapes and elegant bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women). While biographical details remain limited, his works showcase exceptional skill in traditional techniques and a delicate aesthetic sensibility. Discover the captivating beauty and tranquility within Konoe Nobutada's art

A passage from A Song of Unending Sorrow, by the Chinese poet Bai Juyi (772–846), is brushed in the distinctive style associated with Konoe Nobutada, who was renowned for his highly expressive cursive calligraphy. The extended poem, recounting the tragic story of how the Emperor Xuanzong’s control of the empire was undone by his love for Lady Yang Guifei, resonated with members of palace circles from ancient times onward.