Genre Scenes in Kyoto: Autumn (Kanpu itteki: aki)

Maruyama Ōkyo 円山応挙

Created:

Movement:

unknown

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key Notes:

Autumn Landscape, Kyoto Genre Scene

Dimensions:

medium:

Ink and color on paper

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Genre Scenes in Kyoto: Autumn (Kanpu itteki: aki)" is a notable work by Maruyama Ōkyo, a prominent Japanese painter of the Edo period, recognized for his contributions to the development of realistic representation in Japanese art. This painting exemplifies Ōkyo's mastery of the Maruyama-Shijō school style, blending traditional Japanese aesthetics with a keen observation of nature and daily life, thereby influencing subsequent generations of artists in the portrayal of seasonal themes and everyday scenes.

Description of the work:

"Genre Scenes in Kyoto: Autumn (Kanpu itteki: aki)" by Maruyama Ōkyo is characterized by its meticulous attention to detail and vibrant color palette, reflecting the seasonal changes in Kyoto. The composition features a harmonious arrangement of figures engaged in daily activities amidst a richly rendered natural landscape, showcasing the artist's mastery of both figure and landscape painting within the ukiyo-e tradition.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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