Still Life with Vessel, Plate and Ink Jar

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Contemporary Art
key Notes:
Minimalist composition, muted color palette.
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Dimensions:
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"Still Life with Vessel, Plate and Ink Jar" by Kanji Nakamura exemplifies the artist's exploration of traditional Japanese aesthetics through the medium of still life, reflecting a synthesis of Western techniques and Eastern sensibilities. Created in the late 20th century, the work highlights Nakamura's engagement with everyday objects, inviting contemplation on the interplay between form, function, and the ephemeral nature of life.

Description of the work:

"Still Life with Vessel, Plate and Ink Jar" by Kanji Nakamura presents a meticulously arranged composition that emphasizes the interplay of light and shadow across the surfaces of the depicted objects. The painting features a ceramic vessel, a flat plate, and an ink jar, rendered with a keen attention to texture and form, showcasing Nakamura's mastery of color and spatial relationships within the still life genre.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Still Life with Vessel, Plate and Ink Jar