Who painted Landscape with Figures?

Landscape with Figures was painted by Fujimoto Tesseki in 1852.

Where can I see Landscape with Figures?

Landscape with Figures is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Landscape with Figures?

Landscape with Figures is associated with Nihonga.

Artwork

Landscape with Figures

Fujimoto Tesseki , 1852

Landscape with Figures is an unspecified painting by the Nihonga artist Fujimoto Tesseki. It dates from 1852 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1983.112
Credit line: Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Kurt Gitter

About this work

Overview

Fujimoto Tesseki's 'Landscape with Figures' is a painting created around 1852, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a rugged mountain landscape with sparse vegetation and a winding stream, accompanied by small figures that are nearly imperceptible, emphasizing the vastness and isolation of the natural environment.

Technique & Style

Characterized by loose and rapid ink strokes, the work showcases bold brushwork with varying ink densities, creating a dramatic and expressive representation of the landscape.

Context

The painting's wild and dramatic style is reminiscent of Romanticism, a movement that emphasizes intense emotions and the sublime in art.