Moon and Autumn Flowers

Sakai Hōitsu 酒井抱一

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key Notes:
"Elegant simplicity" and "Seasonal harmony."
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Dimensions:
medium:
Ink and color on paper
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"Moon and Autumn Flowers" by Sakai Hōitsu, created in the early 19th century, exemplifies the Edo period's fascination with nature and seasonal change, reflecting the artist's mastery of the ukiyo-e style. Hōitsu, a prominent figure in the Rinpa school, utilized a delicate color palette and intricate composition to evoke a sense of tranquility and harmony, significantly influencing later Japanese art and aesthetics.

Description of the work:

"Moon and Autumn Flowers" by Sakai Hōitsu is a notable example of Edo-period Japanese painting, characterized by its delicate use of color and meticulous attention to detail. The composition features a serene moonlit scene, where autumn flowers are rendered with a refined elegance, showcasing Hōitsu's mastery of the ukiyo-e style and his affinity for seasonal themes.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Moon and Autumn Flowers