Fans have been discussing various references in both the Chainsaw Man manga and anime. We’ve already talked about some interesting examples from the opening of the anime, and people have noticed similarities between Pochita’s design to Makita chainsaws from Japan. The name Makita also sounds familiar, doesn’t it? What we’re trying to say is that Chainsaw Man loves allusions, and we love them, too! And this time Twitter users decided to collect and share some painting references they’ve noticed in the series.
Saturn Devouring His Son by Francisco Goya
The painting portrays the titan Cronus, known as Saturn, eating one of his offspring, and a similar scene is in chapter 101 of the Chainsaw Man manga. Both pictures involve a giant creature with crazy eyes holding a human body and trying to devour it.
Mars Resting by Diego Velázquez
In ancient Roman mythology Mars was a god of war, and fans think it’s no coincidence that the War Devil in chapter 98 of the manga has got the same pose as Mars in this painting. With one leg above the other and a hand touching the face, these two characters’ positions resemble each other quite a lot.
Paradise Lost by Gustave Doré
This time the entire painting makes an appearance in the series. In chapter 81 when Makima and Denji are at her place, they walk by a painting hanging on the wall. And it’s nothing else but Gustave Doré’s Paradise Lost itself! Makima seems to be an art lover, just like Fujimoto.
Mother and Child by Gustav Klimt
The painting portrays a young woman with a child resting beside her. Fans have noticed the resemblance to the chapter 97 manga frame with Denji lying with Nayuta. The allusion goes deeper as Denji has been taking care of Nayuta, carrying and feeding her throughout the chapter just like a mother does for her child. Moreover, it is said that the female form lines in Mother and Child were inspired by Japanese art.
Napoleon Crossing the Alps by Jacques-Louis David
A panel in chapter 49 of the Chainsaw Man manga resembles this painting a lot. The composition is based on a real crossing that Napoleon and his army made across the Alps. He’s portrayed on the horse, ready to command and pursue his goal. Denji’s frame, just like every other CSM frame, has more of an insane vibe, showing him riding a shark devil.
Fans have been discussing various references in both the Chainsaw Man manga and anime. We’ve already talked about some interesting examples from the opening of the anime, and people have noticed similarities between Pochita’s design to Makita chainsaws from Japan. The name Makita also sounds familiar, doesn’t it? What we’re trying to say is that Chainsaw Man loves allusions, and we love them, too! And this time Twitter users decided to collect and share some painting references they’ve noticed in the series.
Saturn Devouring His Son by Francisco Goya
The painting portrays the titan Cronus, known as Saturn, eating one of his offspring, and a similar scene is in chapter 101 of the Chainsaw Man manga. Both pictures involve a giant creature with crazy eyes holding a human body and trying to devour it.
Mars Resting by Diego Velázquez
In ancient Roman mythology Mars was a god of war, and fans think it’s no coincidence that the War Devil in chapter 98 of the manga has got the same pose as Mars in this painting. With one leg above the other and a hand touching the face, these two characters’ positions resemble each other quite a lot.
Paradise Lost by Gustave Doré
This time the entire painting makes an appearance in the series. In chapter 81 when Makima and Denji are at her place, they walk by a painting hanging on the wall. And it’s nothing else but Gustave Doré’s Paradise Lost itself! Makima seems to be an art lover, just like Fujimoto.
Mother and Child by Gustav Klimt
The painting portrays a young woman with a child resting beside her. Fans have noticed the resemblance to the chapter 97 manga frame with Denji lying with Nayuta. The allusion goes deeper as Denji has been taking care of Nayuta, carrying and feeding her throughout the chapter just like a mother does for her child. Moreover, it is said that the female form lines in Mother and Child were inspired by Japanese art.
Napoleon Crossing the Alps by Jacques-Louis David
A panel in chapter 49 of the Chainsaw Man manga resembles this painting a lot. The composition is based on a real crossing that Napoleon and his army made across the Alps. He’s portrayed on the horse, ready to command and pursue his goal. Denji’s frame, just like every other CSM frame, has more of an insane vibe, showing him riding a shark devil.
