1931
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Umbrellas in Snow is a 1931 by Ohara Koson, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This serene painting depicts a snow-covered scene with a person walking along a bridge, holding a large umbrella. The umbrella's underside is visible, showcasing its intricate design. The bridge is lined with a railing, and a large tree stands to the left, its branches bare and covered in snow. In the background, a body of water is visible, with a distant shoreline and a few birds flying overhead. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet contemplation, with the soft colors and gentle snowfall creating a sense of peace. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth and texture to the scene, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure. The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Ohara Koson (also Ohara Hōson, Ohara Shōson) (Kanazawa 1877 – Tokyo 1945) was a Japanese painter and woodblock print designer of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, at the forefront of shinsaku-hanga and shin-hanga art movements.
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