Who painted Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 2 (leaf 12)?

Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 2 (leaf 12) was painted by Aoki Shukuya in 1704.

Where can I see Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 2 (leaf 12)?

Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 2 (leaf 12) is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 2 (leaf 12)?

Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 2 (leaf 12) is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 2 (leaf 12)?

Museum-quality prints of Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 2 (leaf 12) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 2 (leaf 12)

Aoki Shukuya , 1704

Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 2 (leaf 12) is a work on paper by the Baroque artist Aoki Shukuya. It dates from 1704 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1979.73.2.12
Credit line: Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings Fund

About this work

Overview

Reverberations of Taiga, Volume 2 (leaf 12) is a portfolio piece showcasing a traditional Japanese artistic style. It features a simple composition of natural elements.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts rocks, trees, and mountains, likely serving as a study or exercise in capturing natural forms. The simplicity of the composition suggests a focus on technique over representational detail.

Technique & Style

Executed in a traditional Japanese manner, the work reflects the influence of Ikeno Taiga, a renowned Kyoto artist. The use of simple lines and shapes is characteristic of Taiga's style, which the artist has adopted in this piece.

History & Provenance

The artist was a pupil of Ikeno Taiga, following a traditional apprenticeship model where students learned by copying their master's compositions to master various ink and brush techniques.