Summer Mountains Enshrouded by Mist from the Waterfalls

Nakabayashi Chikutō 中林竹洞

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Misty Landscape, Serene Waterfalls
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Ink and color on paper
story of the work:

"Summer Mountains Enshrouded by Mist from the Waterfalls" is a notable work by Nakabayashi Chikutō, a prominent Japanese painter of the Edo period, recognized for his contributions to the Nihonga style, which emphasizes traditional Japanese aesthetics and techniques. The painting exemplifies Chikutō's mastery of ink and color, capturing the ethereal quality of mist enveloping mountainous landscapes, thereby reflecting the harmonious relationship between nature and human perception prevalent in Japanese art.

Description of the work:

"Summer Mountains Enshrouded by Mist from the Waterfalls" by Nakabayashi Chikutō features a serene landscape characterized by softly rendered mountains enveloped in a delicate mist, creating a sense of depth and tranquility. The composition is enhanced by the dynamic interplay of light and shadow, with cascading waterfalls that add a rhythmic element to the overall harmony of the scene.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Summer Mountains Enshrouded by Mist from the Waterfalls