Descending Geese

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Dynamic composition, serene naturalism.
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Dimensions:
medium:
Ink and color on paper
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Master
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story of the work:

"Descending Geese" is a notable work by Kano Tansetsu, a prominent Japanese painter of the Kano school, created during the early Edo period (1603-1868). The painting exemplifies Tansetsu's mastery of ink wash techniques and reflects the influence of Chinese landscape aesthetics, contributing to the development of Japanese ink painting and the broader cultural exchange between Japan and China during this era.

Description of the work:

"Descending Geese" by Kano Tansetsu is a hanging scroll painting that exemplifies the traditional Japanese ink wash technique, characterized by its fluid brushwork and subtle gradations of tone. The composition features a serene depiction of geese in flight, rendered with meticulous attention to detail, set against a minimalist landscape that emphasizes the harmony between the birds and their natural environment.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Descending Geese