Landscape after Yen Wen-kuei

Kō Fuyō

Created:
Movement:
c. 1800
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key Notes:
"Chinese landscape tradition" and "lyrical brushwork."
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Dimensions:
H. 27.8 x W. 32.2 cm (10 15/16 x 12 11/16 in.)
medium:
Hanging scroll; ink and light color on paper
Difficulty:
Master
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Landscape after Yen Wen-kuei by Ko Fuyo

The painting titled Landscape after Yen Wen-kuei by Ko Fuyo, created circa 1800, is a notable example of the artist's dedication to traditional Chinese landscape painting. Executed on a hanging scroll using ink and light color on paper, this work reflects the influence of the Northern Song dynasty painter Yen Wen-kuei, known for his meticulous and serene landscapes. Ko Fuyo, active during the late Edo period in Japan, was part of a movement that sought to revive classical Chinese painting techniques and aesthetics. This piece exemplifies the cross-cultural artistic exchanges between China and Japan during this era. The work's historical significance lies in its role in preserving and interpreting classical Chinese art forms within a Japanese context. Ko Fuyo's contributions to the art world are marked by his ability to blend traditional Chinese styles with Japanese sensibilities, thus enriching the cultural tapestry of the period.

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Landscape after Yen Wen-kuei by Ko Fuyo

The painting "Landscape after Yen Wen-kuei" by Ko Fuyo, created around 1800, is a hanging scroll executed in ink and light color on paper, reflecting the traditional Chinese landscape style that emphasizes harmony between nature and human presence. This work pays homage to the Song dynasty artist Yen Wen-kuei, capturing serene natural vistas with meticulous brushwork characteristic of the period's aesthetic values.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Landscape after Yen Wen-kuei