Bamboo and Plum

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key Notes:
Nature symbolism, harmonious composition.
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Dimensions:
medium:
Ink and color on paper
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"Bamboo and Plum" is a notable work by Kano Fukunobu Dōshun, also known as Tōshun, who was active during the Edo period in Japan. This painting exemplifies the Kano school's emphasis on naturalistic representation and the integration of traditional Chinese themes, reflecting the cultural exchange and artistic practices of the time.

Description of the work:

"Bamboo and Plum," attributed to Kano Fukunobu Dōshun (also known as Tōshun), exemplifies the traditional Japanese ink painting style, characterized by its delicate brushwork and harmonious composition. The artwork features a dynamic interplay between the slender, vertical forms of bamboo and the more robust, horizontal branches of plum blossoms, rendered in a monochromatic palette that emphasizes the subtle gradations of ink and the natural beauty of the subjects.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Bamboo and Plum