Winter Moon Among Clouds

Mori Ippō 森一鳳

Created:

Movement:

unknown

Tonalism

key Notes:

"Serene Nightscape" and "Atmospheric Clouds"

Dimensions:

medium:

Ink and color on paper

Difficulty:

Master

New game

story of the work:

"Winter Moon Among Clouds" (Kōgetsu no yū) by Mori Ippō, created in the early 20th century, exemplifies the artist's mastery of traditional Japanese ink painting techniques, particularly within the context of the Nihonga movement. The work reflects the aesthetic principles of simplicity and natural beauty, contributing to the broader discourse on the integration of Western influences in Japanese art during this period.

Description of the work:

"Winter Moon Among Clouds" by Mori Ippō (森一鳳) exemplifies the artist's mastery of ink wash techniques, characterized by a delicate interplay of light and shadow that captures the ethereal quality of a moonlit night. The composition features a luminous moon partially obscured by soft, billowing clouds, rendered in subtle gradations of gray and white, which evoke a serene winter atmosphere.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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