One Grass, One Flower (Issō ikka)

Shinoda Tōkō 篠田桃紅

Created:
Movement:
1970
Contemporary Art
key Notes:
Minimalist abstraction, Nature symbolism.
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Dimensions:
12 1/4 x 12 1/4 in. (31 x 31 cm)
medium:
Ink on paper
Difficulty:
Master
New game
story of the work:

"One Grass, One Flower (Issō ikka)" is a significant work by Japanese artist Shinoda Tōkō, created in 1970, which exemplifies her mastery of ink painting and calligraphy, reflecting the principles of Zen aesthetics. The painting's impact lies in its minimalist approach and the integration of traditional Japanese techniques with contemporary sensibilities, contributing to the discourse on modern Japanese art and the exploration of nature's essence.

Description of the work:

"One Grass, One Flower (Issō ikka)" by Shinoda Tōkō is a contemporary Japanese ink painting that exemplifies the artist's mastery of the sumi-e technique, characterized by its fluid brushwork and minimalist composition. The work features a delicate interplay of black ink and subtle color, emphasizing the organic forms of grass and flower, which are rendered with a sense of harmony and balance, reflecting traditional Japanese aesthetics.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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One Grass, One Flower (Issō ikka)