Fans on a Stream in a Landscape (Ogi nagashi byōbu)

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"Elegant simplicity" and "Nature and leisure."
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Ink and color on paper
story of the work:

"Fans on a Stream in a Landscape (Ogi nagashi byōbu)" is a folding screen painting created by Tawaraya Sōtatsu in the early 17th century, exemplifying the Rinpa school’s aesthetic through its vibrant colors and fluid composition. The work depicts a serene landscape with floating fans, symbolizing the transience of beauty and the seasonal changes, and it reflects the cultural practices of the Edo period, particularly in relation to the appreciation of nature and seasonal motifs in art.

Description of the work:

"Fans on a Stream in a Landscape (Ogi nagashi byōbu)" by Tawaraya Sōtatsu is a folding screen painting that features a serene landscape with stylized fans floating on a gently flowing stream. The composition is characterized by its use of vibrant colors, intricate patterns on the fans, and a harmonious integration of natural elements, reflecting the aesthetics of the Edo period and the artist's mastery of the yamato-e style.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Fans on a Stream in a Landscape (Ogi nagashi byōbu)