Snowy Stream

Goshun 呉春 (Matsumura Gekkei 松村月渓)

Created:

Movement:

unknown

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key Notes:

Serene Landscape, Winter Tranquility

Dimensions:

medium:

Ink and color on paper

Difficulty:

Master

New game

story of the work:

"Snowy Stream" (雪渓図) by Goshun (呉春), also known as Matsumura Gekkei (松村月渓), exemplifies the artist's mastery in depicting natural landscapes through the lens of the Nihonga style, characterized by the use of traditional materials and techniques. Created during the Edo period, this work reflects the aesthetic values of the time, emphasizing harmony with nature and the beauty of seasonal changes, thereby influencing subsequent generations of Japanese landscape artists.

Description of the work:

"Snowy Stream" by Goshun (Matsumura Gekkei) exemplifies the artist's mastery of ink wash techniques, characterized by delicate brushwork that captures the serene beauty of a winter landscape. The composition features a flowing stream bordered by snow-laden trees, with subtle gradations of ink creating a harmonious interplay of light and shadow, evoking a tranquil atmosphere.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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