Artwork
Fish in a Lotus Pond
Fish in a Lotus Pond is an unspecified painting by the Nihonga artist Ōhara Donshū. It dates from 1804 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1973.188
- Credit line
- Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Kelvin Smith
About this work
Overview
Fish in a Lotus Pond is a painting by Ōhara Donshū, dated to around 1804. The work is now held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene aquatic scene, divided into two panels. The left panel features a large lotus plant with a yellow flower, while the right panel shows a cluster of lily pads, with fish swimming in both scenes.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of soft brushstrokes and a gentle color palette creates a calming atmosphere, evoking a sense of tranquility through natural colors.
Artist & collection
