Bunchō (Java Sparrow)

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key Notes:
Delicate Naturalism, Avian Elegance
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Dimensions:
medium:
Ink and color on paper
story of the work:

"Bunchō (Java Sparrow)" is a notable work by the Japanese artist Hōnyo, created during the Edo period, which reflects the artist's mastery in depicting natural subjects with precision and elegance. The painting exemplifies the genre of kachō-e, or bird-and-flower paintings, and highlights the cultural appreciation for nature and avian life in Japanese art, contributing to the broader discourse on the relationship between humans and the natural world during this era.

Description of the work:

"Bunchō (Java Sparrow)" by Hōnyo is a traditional Japanese painting that exemplifies the artist's mastery of ink and color on paper. The composition features a delicately rendered Java sparrow perched amidst stylized foliage, showcasing a harmonious balance between the subject and its natural environment, characterized by meticulous attention to detail and a refined use of color.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Bunchō  (Java Sparrow)