Old Trees in Lonely Springtime

Uragami Gyokudō 浦上玉堂

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Movement:
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Tonalism
key Notes:
Solitary Nature, Poetic Tranquility
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Dimensions:
medium:
Ink and color on paper
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"Old Trees in Lonely Springtime" (Shinshun no kodai) is a notable work by Uragami Gyokudō, a prominent Japanese painter of the Nihonga style, created in the early 20th century. The painting reflects Gyokudō's mastery of traditional Japanese techniques and his ability to evoke emotional depth through the depiction of nature, illustrating the themes of solitude and the transient beauty of spring.

Description of the work:

"Old Trees in Lonely Springtime" by Uragami Gyokudō 浦上玉堂 features a serene landscape characterized by the prominent depiction of aged trees, their gnarled branches extending gracefully against a muted background. The composition employs a subtle color palette, emphasizing soft greens and browns, which evokes a sense of tranquility and reflects the artist's mastery of ink wash techniques typical of the Nihonga style.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Old Trees in Lonely Springtime