Fisherman in a Mist-Enshrouded Landscape

Hishida Shunsō

Created:
Movement:
1910
Tonalism
key Notes:
Transcendent tranquility, ethereal mist.
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Dimensions:
10 1/4 x 13 1/4 in. (26 x 33.7 cm)
medium:
Ink and color on silk
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"Fisherman in a Mist-Enshrouded Landscape," created by Hishida Shunsō in the early 20th century, exemplifies the Nihonga style, which integrates traditional Japanese techniques with modern themes. The painting reflects Shunsō's mastery of color and composition, capturing the ethereal quality of mist while evoking a sense of tranquility and connection to nature, thus contributing to the broader discourse on the representation of landscapes in Japanese art during this period.

Description of the work:

"Fisherman in a Mist-Enshrouded Landscape," created by Hishida Shunsō, features a serene composition characterized by soft, muted colors that evoke a sense of tranquility. The painting depicts a solitary fisherman amidst a hazy, atmospheric landscape, with delicate brushwork that emphasizes the interplay of light and shadow, enhancing the ethereal quality of the scene.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Fisherman in a Mist-Enshrouded Landscape