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

Maruyama Ōkyo 円山応挙

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Autumn Landscape, Kyoto Genre Scene
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Ink and color on paper
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Genre Scenes in Kyoto: Autumn (Kanpu itteki: aki) by Maruyama Ōkyo

The painting "Genre Scenes in Kyoto: Autumn (Kanpu itteki: aki)" by Maruyama Ōkyo is a notable example of the artist's innovative approach to traditional Japanese painting. Created using ink and color on paper, this work exemplifies Ōkyo's skill in blending realism with the stylistic elements of the Edo period. Maruyama Ōkyo (1733–1795) was a pivotal figure in Japanese art, known for founding the Maruyama school, which emphasized naturalism and detailed observation. His works often depicted everyday life and landscapes, contributing significantly to the development of genre painting in Japan. The painting captures the essence of autumn in Kyoto, reflecting Ōkyo's keen eye for seasonal changes and atmospheric effects. This piece is an important representation of Ōkyo's legacy, illustrating his influence on subsequent generations of Japanese artists.

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"Genre Scenes in Kyoto: Autumn (Kanpu itteki: aki)" by Maruyama Ōkyo is an ink and color on paper artwork that exemplifies the artist's innovative approach to realism and naturalism in the late Edo period. The painting captures the essence of autumn in Kyoto through detailed depictions of everyday life, reflecting the Maruyama-Shijō school's emphasis on observation and lifelike representation.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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