Heron on a Willow Branch
1704
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1704
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows a heron on a willow branch. The bird stands still, its feathers painted in soft greens and whites. The willow hangs low, its branches thin and delicate. Ōkyo used flat colors with no shadows. The background is plain and wide. This style is called *yamato-e*, a classic Japanese way to paint. If you like this, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art.
