Xu You Rinsing his Ear at a Waterfall
1724
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1724
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows a man sitting on a rock, leaning forward with his right hand extended towards a waterfall. He's wearing a yellow robe with orange and white accents, and his left hand is cupped around his ear. The background is a mix of light and dark colors, with some Japanese characters written vertically on the left side. The man's pose and the waterfall create a sense of movement in the painting. The use of light and dark colors adds depth and contrast to the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, check out Nishimura Shigenaga.
