Set of 3 scrolls: Wagtail on a Rock (ptg) and 2 One-line Calligraphies

Tachihara Kyōsho 立原杏所

Created:

Movement:

unknown

Contemporary Art

key Notes:

Nature and Minimalism

Dimensions:

medium:

Ink and color on paper

Difficulty:

Intermediate

New game

story of the work:

"Set of 3 scrolls: Wagtail on a Rock (ptg) and 2 One-line Calligraphies" by Tachihara Kyōsho is a notable example of modern Japanese ink painting, reflecting the artist's mastery of both visual and textual elements. Created in the early 20th century, this work exemplifies the integration of traditional Japanese aesthetics with contemporary artistic practices, highlighting Kyōsho's influence on the evolution of modern calligraphy and painting in Japan.

Description of the work:

The painting "Set of 3 scrolls: Wagtail on a Rock (ptg) and 2 One-line Calligraphies" by Tachihara Kyōsho features a delicately rendered wagtail perched on a rock, characterized by its fluid brushwork and subtle color palette that evokes a sense of tranquility. Accompanying the central image, the two one-line calligraphies exhibit a harmonious integration of text and visual form, showcasing Kyōsho's mastery in both painting and calligraphy within the traditional Japanese aesthetic.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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