Sage Riding Ox by a Stream

Kano Tanshin 狩野探信

Created:

Movement:

unknown

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key Notes:

"Serene Landscape" and "Zen Aesthetic"

Dimensions:

medium:

Ink and color on paper

Difficulty:

Master

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story of the work:

"Sage Riding Ox by a Stream" is a notable work by Kano Tanshin (also known as Kano Tanshin, 1804-1876), a prominent figure in the Kano school of Japanese painting, which emphasized traditional themes and techniques. This painting exemplifies the harmonious relationship between nature and humanity, reflecting the influence of Zen philosophy and the artist's mastery of ink and color, contributing to the broader discourse on Japanese landscape painting during the Edo period.

Description of the work:

"Sage Riding Ox by a Stream" by Kano Tanshin (狩野探信) exemplifies the artist's mastery of ink wash techniques, characterized by fluid brushwork and a harmonious composition that integrates natural elements. The painting depicts a serene landscape featuring a sage figure atop an ox, set against a tranquil stream, with delicate attention to the interplay of light and shadow that enhances the overall sense of tranquility and balance.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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