Shrine of the Foxes, Kyoto
1889
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
About the artist
Artist
Alfred East
Alfred East (1844–1913) was an artist, born in Kettering.
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watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Shrine of the Foxes, Kyoto is a 1889 watercolor by Alfred East, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows a small, traditional Japanese shrine surrounded by nature. The shrine has a tiled roof and a stone lantern in front of it. There are cherry blossoms and other trees around the shrine, with some birds perched on the roof and ground. The overall scene is peaceful and serene. The artist has used soft colors to capture the gentle atmosphere of the scene. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, giving the painting a sense of movement and energy. The painting is a beautiful example of Impressionist art, which emphasizes capturing the fleeting effects of light and color. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to explore the work of Sir Alfred East, a British artist known for his Impressionist landscapes.
The watercolour *Shrine of the Foxes, Kyoto* by Sir Alfred East, dated 1889, depicts a shrine setting in Kyoto, rendered in water-based pigments. The artist’s signature appears on the work, confirming its authorship.
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Alfred East (1844–1913) was an artist, born in Kettering.
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