Landscape with Fisherman in Three Scrolls

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Nature and Fisherman.
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Dimensions:
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Ink and color on paper
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"Landscape with Fisherman in Three Scrolls" is a notable work by Kano Yōsen'in, a prominent Japanese painter of the Edo period, known for his contributions to the Kano school of painting. The piece exemplifies the traditional Japanese scroll format, integrating natural landscapes with human activity, and reflects the aesthetic values of harmony and balance prevalent in Edo-period art.

Description of the work:

"Landscape with Fisherman in Three Scrolls" by Kano Yōsen'in is a triptych that exemplifies the traditional Japanese ink painting technique, characterized by its fluid brushwork and harmonious composition. The work features a serene natural landscape, with a fisherman depicted in a tranquil setting, surrounded by stylized trees and flowing water, rendered in a muted color palette that emphasizes the interplay of light and shadow.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Landscape with Fisherman in Three Scrolls