An attractive oil painting on a hinoki 桧 (cypress) panel depicting Daruma 達磨, the legendary founder of Zen Buddhism. Rendered in a detailed and refined manner, Daruma gazes forward with a contemplative, somewhat stern expression. A large golden hoop earring pierces the right ear, and the figure is wrapped in a bright red robe opening at the chest. Illegibly signed in ink and accompanied by a two-character seal in red, reading: “Tôyô” 東羊. Period: Japan – Meiji period (1868–1912) Dimensions: Height 37.8 cm, Width 23.5 cm, Depth 2.1 cm In good condition, with some surface wear and an attractive aged patina. Please refer to the photographs for a clear impression of the condition.