Who painted 四季山水図屏風|Landscapes of the Four Seasons?

四季山水図屏風|Landscapes of the Four Seasons was painted by Kano Tan'yū in 1634.

Where can I see 四季山水図屏風|Landscapes of the Four Seasons?

四季山水図屏風|Landscapes of the Four Seasons is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is 四季山水図屏風|Landscapes of the Four Seasons?

四季山水図屏風|Landscapes of the Four Seasons is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

四季山水図屏風|Landscapes of the Four Seasons

Kano Tan'yū , 1634

四季山水図屏風|Landscapes of the Four Seasons is an ink painting by the Baroque artist Kano Tan'yū. It dates from 1634 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Landscapes of the Four Seasons is a pair of six-panel folding screens created by Kano Tan'yū around 1634, held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The screens depict serene landscapes, with a river scene on the left and a waterfall on the right, featuring subtle seasonal hints across four scenes. Tiny human figures are dwarfed by nature, emphasizing the quiet power of the environment.

Technique & Style

Executed in ink and color on paper, the work showcases the artist's use of muted browns, grays, and touches of green and blue to create depth and atmosphere.